Demolition Permit Application

Overview

This document is a multi-page application form for the City of Altoona, PA, used to apply for building permits, zoning reviews, and plan examinations. It includes specific sections for demolition work and detailed procedures for sewer cap inspections.

Application Requirements (Page 1)

The first page collects essential project and applicant data:

• Applicant & Owner Info: Name, address, email, phone number, and lot size.
• Property Details: Current primary/secondary use and ownership type (private vs. public).
• Work Classification: Checkboxes to identify the type of work (e. g. , Repair, Alteration, Demolition) and proposed use (Residential vs. Commercial).
• Cost Breakdown: A section to itemize costs for General Construction, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Other, leading to a Total Cost.
• Job Description: A text area for detailed descriptions of the proposed work.
• Identification: A table to list the names, addresses, and contact info for the Contractor, Architect/Engineer, Plumber, Electrician, and Mechanical/HVAC professionals.

Technical Specifications & Demolition Rules (Page 2)

The second page focuses on structural details and strict demolition regulations:

• Selected Characteristics: Fields for the principle type of frame (e. g. , Masonry, Wood), sewage disposal, water supply, dimensions (stories, square footage), and heating fuel.
• Demolition Work Procedures: A numbered list of mandatory rules for demolition:
  • Right-of-Way: Encroachment into public right-of-way requires approval from the Department of Public Works.
  • Site Plan: A site plan showing adjacent streets and infrastructure must be submitted.
  • Safety & Access: Public rights-of-way must remain free of debris. Equipment on tracks requires street protection.
  • Financial Security: A deposit may be required to protect city-owned improvements.
  • Notification: The Department of Public Works must be notified 24 hours prior to starting demolition and before the sewer cap inspection.
• Office Use Only: A grid for internal departmental reviews (Building, Plumbing, Electrical, etc. ) and a section for Zoning details (District, Subdivision, Block).

Fees & Approvals (Page 3)

The third page handles the financial and administrative finalization:

• Validation: A comprehensive list of potential fees, including Building Permit, Zoning, Demolition, Driveway, Floodplain, Water/Sewer Tap, and Stormwater fees.
• Approvals: Signature lines for the Zoning Officer, Building Official, and other relevant authorities.
• Issuance: A field for the date the permit is issued and a large section for departmental notes.

Sewer Cap Inspection Procedures (Page 4)

The final page provides specific technical instructions for capping sewer lines during demolition:

• Location: Caps must be outside the foundation wall unless an obstruction (like a sidewalk) prevents it.
• Inspection: The pipe must be inspected and the cap made in the presence of an Engineering Inspector.
• Access: Contractors must provide safe access; inspectors can refuse inspection if access is inadequate.
• Scheduling: The Public Works Department must be called at 814-949-2446 to schedule the inspection. A 24-hour advanced notice is required.
• Compliance: Work must adhere to all City of Altoona rules and regulations. Applicants must contact the PA One Call System before excavation.