§ 68-6.1. Permits required.

In addition to all types of construction, placement of structures, repairs, and alterations for which the Uniform Construction Code requires a permit, the Township, pursuant to the authorization of Act 92 of 2004, shall require persons to obtain permits under the Bern Township Construction Code for all of the following:

A. 

The construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure which is equal to or greater than 200 square feet, whether or not such accessory structure is connected to any utility,

B. 

The construction, erection, or placement of any accessory structure which is less than 200 square feet if such accessory structure is provided with any utility service. The applicant shall obtain a permit only for the purpose of inspection for the utility or utilities being installed or provided to the accessory structure.

C. 

All alterations or repairs to residential buildings which are exempt from the UCC by Act 92 of 2004; provided, however, that the following types of alterations and repairs shall continue to be exempt and no permit will be required.

(1) 

Replacement of windows and doors when there is no change in the size of the existing opening.

(2) 

Reroofing of less than 25% of the total existing roof square footage.

(3) 

Replacement of hot water heater, boiler or furnace, or the replacement of any part of a hot water heater, boiler or furnace with the same efficiency rating, electrical and plumbing requirements.

(4) 

Addition or replacement of siding on the exterior of the residential structure.

(5) 

Repair or replacement of any nonstructural portion of a deck, porch or stoop.

(6) 

Replacement of an appliance switch or receptacle with a switch or receptacle which is the same or has a like rating.

(7) 

The addition of one appliance switch or receptacle.

(8) 

The repair or replacement of any nonstructural member.

(9) 

The repair or replacement of any sink, toilet, tub, shower or similar plumbing fixture without relocation of any drain or venting device.

Added 2-1-2005 by Ord. No. 217-2005