Click below on the type of permit you require for a printable application. Complete the form(s) and call the township office at (717) 776-7665 to schedule an appointment to obtain your permit.
SEPTIC APPLICATION
An application is required for a new septic system or for a repair to a malfunctioning system. The application forms are multiple copies and numbered sequentially, therefore they are not available online. Please call the township office to make an appointment to sign the form and pay the fee or request a form by mail. Subdivision & Land Development Process
Septic Application Processing Fee – $50.00
Sewage Planning Module Review & Processing Fee (in addition to Septic Application Processing Fee) – $75.00
Application for a new or existing building lot – $375.00
Application fee includes deep probe evaluations, and one percolation test for conventional type systems. If soils are marginal, DEP requires a second perc test.
Additional perc test is $200.00
Application for repair/modification permit – $275.00
Application fee covers a site investigation, permit and final inspection.
Fee does not include any soil testing. Soil testing fees will be based on the Township’s current rate.
Application for new or existing building lot utilizing alternate types of systems/no perc test required – $225.00
Application for holding tank – $275.00
Application fee covers a site investigation, permit and final inspection.
Fee does not include any soil testing, or if an additional interim inspection is needed.
Permit fee for single family residence – $275.00
Includes design review, permit, interim inspection and final inspection.
Permit fee to transfer or renew expired permit – $150.00
Application fee covers a site investigation and reissuance of expired permit.
*Any additional work performed will be charged based on the Township’s current SEO fee schedule.
DRIVEWAY PERMIT APPLICATION
Driveway Permit Application – Township Road
This application is necessary for attaching a driveway from a lot onto a Township road, for placing a tile or culvert along a Township road, or for cutting into a Township road. For state roads, contact PennDOT at (717) 243-5414.
Residential Lot – $50.00
Commercial Lot – $100.00
Surface opening/utility cuts – $100.00
LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION
Land Use Permit Application
Nearly all structures require a land use permit regardless of cost, size or portability. The following information is required:
- A drawing of the property locating existing buildings, septic, well, and proposed structure showing dimensions of proposed structure and its distance to all property lines in feet.
- Certificate of Insurance from contractor’s insurance company as proof of Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Liability Insurance.
- For new homes, the septic permit and driveway permit must be secured prior to receiving the building permit.
- Construction which results in coverage of impervious surface totaling 5,000 s.f. or more will require a Stormwater Management Plan (SMP). This applies to cumulative impervious surface resulting from any construction or surface covered from May 2011 forward. The SMP must be reviewed by and meet with the approval of the township engineer prior to issuance of a permit for new work.
Bring all paperwork to your appointment for the issuance of your Land Use Permit. If personal appearance is not possible, please call our office.
Construction value up to $5,000: $50.00
Add $2.00 per $5,000 of construction value
Permit Fee Schedule
UNIFORM CONSTRUCTION CODE (UCC) PERMIT APPLICATION
(Administered through Commonwealth Code Inspection Service, Inc.)
Residential Permit Application
Commercial Permit Application
Additional Resources:
Commonwealth Code Inspection Service – Website
Residential Deck Guide
Sample Cross Section & Construction Drawing
For most new construction, the Uniform Construction Code will apply to the project in some way. Call the township office if you are unsure if your proposed project is subject to the Code.
Following the issuance of your Land Use Permit from North Newton Township, your permit, along with a completed UCC permit application, will be forwarded to Commonwealth Code Inspection Service (CCIS) for their review. CCIS will then contact you within 2-3 weeks to pick up your approved UCC permit and to pay the applicable inspection fees. CCIS will perform all inspections on behalf of the Township.
CCIS Newville Office
4 West Big Spring Avenue
Newville, PA
(717) 776-9949
CCIS Chambersburg Office
1102 Sheller Avenue, Suite B
Chambersburg, PA
(717) 262-0081
Fee:
Varies; Based on number of inspections necessary.