Community Development

Community Development Services The Department of Community Development is responsible for developing and implementing the Borough’s comprehensive plan and works with residents and businesses to administer borough land use policies, ordinances, and regulations. The Department also issues building, zoning, and other development permits and provides building inspections and plan reviews. The Department serves as a liaison and provides staff support to the Planning Commission, Blight Committee, Historic Architectural Review Board (HARB), Historic Preservation Committee (HPC), Shade Tree Commission, and Zoning Hearing Board. Residents and contractors are encouraged to contact this office before beginning any construction, renovation, or land development projects. Building & Zoning Permits This office is responsible for the administration and issuance of building, zoning, and related permits; the performance of building and zoning inspections; the review of development plans; and ensuring that all construction regulated by building permits complies with the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC). A copy of the UCC is available for public review at the Community Development Office. Permit Requirements Most projects require either a building permit or a zoning permit. All required permits must be applied for, reviewed, and approved prior to the commencement of any construction activity. The following is a list of construction activities that require permits, but are not limited to: New Construction (Commercial and Residential), Including: New Structures Additions Decks Swimming Pools Renovations (Commercial and Residential): Only certain types of residential renovations require the issuance of a permit. Contact the Permitting Office for additional information Accessory Structures: Sheds Fences Carports Retaining Walls Additional Permit-Required Activities New Commercial Occupancies Special Events Electrical Upgrades No-Impact Home Based Businesses Zoning Districts & Fees To determine the zoning district of your property, you may review the Borough’s Zoning Map. Permit fees vary depending on the type of work and applicable code requirements. The most recent fee schedule can be viewed by clicking HERE. For projects that include Water and Sewer, please see their respective tabs. Building and Zoning Permit Application Zoning Ordinance Water Authority Schedule of Fees Sewer Authority Schedule of Fees Department Staff Andrew HolodnikDirector of Community Development Phone: (814) 695-7543 Email: aholodnik@hollidaysburgpa. org Tami ZuluagaAssistant to The DirectorPhone: (814) 695-7543Email: tzuluaga@hollidaysburgpa. org Marty SteachBuilding InspectorCommonwealth Code Inspection ServicePhone: (814) 599-8972Email: martysteach@comcast. net Brian RearickBuilding InspectorMiddle Department Inspection AgencyPhone: 1-800-580-6342Email: brianrearick@mdia. us