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Code Compliance Department
Applying for and Obtaining Building & Other Code Related Permits
- IN PERSON: Make Application for Building Permits OR obtain Over-The-Counter Permits in person at our office M-F 7:30am - 4:30pm
- VIA PERMIT PORTAL: File applications via our Permit Portal. Click on circular CityView graphic link below to sign up for and use the Permit Portal. The Permit Portal supports several over-the-counter permit types.
- VIA FIRST CLASS MAIL: File applications via mail:
- Complete the applicable fillable .PDF permit application found in the left margin link named "Permit Applications". Permit Applications require digital signature or original signature.
- For Building Permits complete the applicable "Building Permit Fee Worksheet" also found in the left margin.
- Submit two (2) copies of plans and specifications along with Permit Application and Fee Worksheet.
- Two (2) sets of hard copy original plans and site plans are to submitted via First Class Mail or dropped at the Municipal Office c/o Department of Code Compliance.
Administration
Mission
To provide and promote quality and safe buildings and structures through effective and efficient administration and enforcement of codes, to provide a safe environment, and to do so with the best possible service within our means to promote the general health, safety and welfare for the community.
Responsibilities
- Issuing permits for residential and non-residential construction activity as required per the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (PA UCC), applicable Township Ordinances and Administrative Orders
- Performing site inspections related to construction permits to ensure compliance with PA UCC, applicable Ordinances and Administrative Orders
- Enforce the Property Maintenance and Rental Housing Code of Manheim Township, Ordinance 2021-16
- Field complaints related to property maintenance concerns
- Perform field inspections and initiate enforcement actions against property maintenance code violations
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- Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (PA UCC)
- Public Access - International Code Council (ICC) Codes
- Manheim Township Code of Ordinances
- Open Records Request
- Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration
- Radon - Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
- Lead - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- Building Permit Fees and Charges
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Tim Stoltzfus
Director of Code CompliancePhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1117
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Donald J. Clifford
Commercial & Fire Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1118
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Greg Wamsley
Commercial & Fire Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1142
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Jim Brewster
Plumbing/Mechanical Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1120
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Mandy Carlisle
Construction Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1119
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Jim Doran
Construction Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1121
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Randy Criswell
Construction Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1144
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Neil Savage
Construction Code OfficialPhone: 717-569-6406 ext. 1126
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Katelyn Bouder
Permit AdministratorPhone: (717) 569-6408 Ext. 1113
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Code Compliance
Physical Address
1840 Municipal Drive
Lancaster, PA 17601
Phone: (717) 569-6406, ext. 6Fax: (717) 560-4183
Hours
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.