Washington Township
Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania​​
Board of Supervisors: Richard Gardner, Joe Olszewski, Matt Thornton​
Building Codes
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The Township adopted the Uniform Construction Codes, for use in all building construction within the Township effective June 01, 2004​​​​.
Building Occupancy Permits
No new structure occupied as a residence or accessory use to a residence or any existing structure occupied for any other purpose shall be so occupied by any person, partnership, corporation, or other type entity unless an occupancy permit has been issued by the Code Enforcement Officer for Washington Township allowing occupancy of the same.
Building Permit Applications
Building Permit applications can be found under the "Services and Information Tab" and then selecting "Applications and Forms". Please contact the office for a customer assistance guide when completing a building permit application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Decks
Q: Do I need a permit?
A: All construction of decks need a building permit.
Swimming Pools
Q: Do I need a permit?
A: Yes, all swimming pools need permits, even if they are above ground. Also, you should call the office for the additional regulations on swimming pools.
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Land Use
Q: Do I need approval to change existing land use?
A: Yes, change of use from a business to another business or partial change of business to residence, needs to contact the Planning Department for approval.
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Q: What if I put my business in my house?
A: You must contact the Planning Department to change use of your property to partial business.
Q: Do I need a permit to move dirt?
A: If you are moving more than 400 cubic yards of earth, then you must get a grading permit from the Township. If you are moving under 400 cubic yards of earth you still need a permit but there is no cost associated with it.
Q: Does my farm need a permit?
A: CLICK here for more information