HVAC Permits in Pennsylvania
Complete guide to HVAC permit requirements, energy code compliance, and building department information for contractors working in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Energy Code Requirements
Understanding the energy efficiency standards that govern HVAC installations in Pennsylvania
Current Energy Code
2021 IECC
Current Standard
Statewide energy efficiency requirements for HVAC systems, equipment, and building envelope performance.
Common Requirements
Important Note
Local jurisdictions may have additional requirements beyond the state energy code. Always verify specific compliance needs with your local building department.
HVAC Permits by City in Pennsylvania
Westmoreland
Zone 5AWestmoreland County • 76 ZIP codes
Allegheny
Zone 5AAllegheny County • 59 ZIP codes
Montgomery
Zone 4AMontgomery County • 57 ZIP codes
Schuylkill
Zone 5ASchuylkill County • 55 ZIP codes
Washington
Zone 5AWashington County • 53 ZIP codes
Philadelphia
Zone 4APhiladelphia County • 51 ZIP codes
Fayette
Zone 5AFayette County • 51 ZIP codes
Berks
Zone 5ABerks County • 47 ZIP codes
Lancaster
Zone 5ALancaster County • 46 ZIP codes
Clearfield
Zone 6AClearfield County • 44 ZIP codes
Indiana
Zone 5AIndiana County • 41 ZIP codes
Pittsburgh
Zone 5AAllegheny County • 40 ZIP codes
Bucks
Zone 4ABucks County • 40 ZIP codes
Luzerne
Zone 5ALuzerne County • 40 ZIP codes
Cambria
Zone 5ACambria County • 37 ZIP codes
York
Zone 4AYork County • 37 ZIP codes
Delaware
Zone 4ADelaware County • 36 ZIP codes
Chester
Zone 4AChester County • 36 ZIP codes
Somerset
Zone 5ASomerset County • 30 ZIP codes
Butler
Zone 5AButler County • 30 ZIP codes
Monroe
Zone 5AMonroe County • 29 ZIP codes
Erie
Zone 5AErie County • 27 ZIP codes
Centre
Zone 5ACentre County • 27 ZIP codes
Huntingdon
Zone 5AHuntingdon County • 25 ZIP codes
Susquehanna
Zone 6ASusquehanna County • 25 ZIP codes
Bedford
Zone 5ABedford County • 24 ZIP codes
Jefferson
Zone 5AJefferson County • 24 ZIP codes
Clarion
Zone 5AClarion County • 24 ZIP codes
Northumberland
Zone 5ANorthumberland County • 24 ZIP codes
Lackawanna
Zone 5ALackawanna County • 24 ZIP codes
Greene
Zone 5AGreene County • 23 ZIP codes
Dauphin
Zone 5ADauphin County • 23 ZIP codes
Armstrong
Zone 5AArmstrong County • 22 ZIP codes
Tioga
Zone 6ATioga County • 22 ZIP codes
Northampton
Zone 5ANorthampton County • 22 ZIP codes
Bradford
Zone 5ABradford County • 21 ZIP codes
Lehigh
Zone 5ALehigh County • 20 ZIP codes
Wayne
Zone 6AWayne County • 20 ZIP codes
Beaver
Zone 5ABeaver County • 19 ZIP codes
Crawford
Zone 5ACrawford County • 19 ZIP codes
Mercer
Zone 5AMercer County • 19 ZIP codes
Franklin
Zone 5AFranklin County • 19 ZIP codes
Cumberland
Zone 5ACumberland County • 17 ZIP codes
Lawrence
Zone 5ALawrence County • 16 ZIP codes
Lebanon
Zone 5ALebanon County • 16 ZIP codes
Lycoming
Zone 5ALycoming County • 16 ZIP codes
Warren
Zone 5AWarren County • 15 ZIP codes
Carbon
Zone 5ACarbon County • 15 ZIP codes
Venango
Zone 5AVenango County • 14 ZIP codes
Blair
Zone 5ABlair County • 14 ZIP codes
Clinton
Zone 5AClinton County • 14 ZIP codes
Perry
Zone 5APerry County • 13 ZIP codes
Adams
Zone 5AAdams County • 13 ZIP codes
Pike
Zone 5APike County • 13 ZIP codes
Union
Zone 5AUnion County • 12 ZIP codes
Fulton
Zone 5AFulton County • 11 ZIP codes
Elk
Zone 6AElk County • 11 ZIP codes
Mifflin
Zone 5AMifflin County • 11 ZIP codes
Snyder
Zone 5ASnyder County • 11 ZIP codes
Columbia
Zone 5AColumbia County • 11 ZIP codes
Potter
Zone 6APotter County • 10 ZIP codes
Juniata
Zone 5AJuniata County • 9 ZIP codes
Sullivan
Zone 5ASullivan County • 9 ZIP codes
Wyoming
Zone 5AWyoming County • 9 ZIP codes
Allentown
Zone 5ALehigh County • 7 ZIP codes
Forest
Zone 5AForest County • 6 ZIP codes
Cameron
Zone 6ACameron County • 3 ZIP codes
Montour
Zone 5AMontour County • 2 ZIP codes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about HVAC permits and energy code compliance in Pennsylvania
1What energy code does Pennsylvania follow?
Pennsylvania follows the 2021 IECC for energy efficiency requirements. This includes specific standards for HVAC equipment efficiency, duct design, and building envelope performance.
2Are Manual J calculations required in Pennsylvania?
Most jurisdictions in Pennsylvania require Manual J load calculations for proper HVAC system sizing. Our free load calculation tool can generate the professional reports you need for permits.
3How long does it take to get HVAC permits in Pennsylvania?
Permit processing times vary by jurisdiction, typically ranging from 1-3 weeks. Having complete documentation including load calculations can speed up the process. Check with your local building department for specific timeframes.
4Do I need different permits for different types of HVAC work?
Yes, permit requirements vary based on the scope of work. New installations typically require mechanical permits, while simple repairs may not need permits. Replacements usually require permits if there are changes to the system capacity or ductwork.
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