Most building, demolition and interior and exterior improvement projects require a building permit. It is the responsibility of the property owner and/or contractor to ensure that permits are obtained prior to beginning the work. To verify what improvements need a permit,please call the commercial permit office. The cost of the permit varies based on the cost of construction. Information to assist in preparing to apply for a permit is provided below. Please note that every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized on the site by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, one or more extensions of time, for periods not more than 180 days each. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated. A permit is considered expired if no inspection approval has occurred on a project within 180 days from the permit issuance or within 180 days from a previous inspection approval associated with the permit (building, plumbing mechanical or electrical permit).

Commercial permit issuance is done by appointment only, please call in advance to set up an appointment time. To receive more information, contact the Permit Office, located on the SECOND FLOOR, 140 W. North Street in Butler or by calling 724.285.4124, Ext. 213.

If a Butler Area Sewer Authority permit is required for the project, a copy of the BASA permit must be submitted with the building permit application.