New Construction/Renovation:

• Sewerage disposal system is determined by Smith Township:
1. If the parcel location is within the Burgettstown-Smith Township Joint Sewerage Authority service area, you must first pay a tap-in fee of $3,150 (or the currently-advertised fee) and present the receipt of payment to the zoning officer when applying for a building permit.
2. If the parcel location is outside the Burgettstown-Smith Township Joint Sewerage Authority service area, you need to schedule a PERC/dye test with the Washington County Sewerage Council. Receipt and result of PERC/dye test must be presented when applying for a building permit
• Code enforcement office: plot plan for zoning and certificate of insurance for contractors.
• Apply for building permit.
• Establish a new address at the time of building permit issue with the 911 addressing coordinator.
• Set up electrical and plumbing inspections with Municipal Consulting. Must have a valid approved building permit prior to inspections. Building inspector reviews all plans prior to building permit approval regarding new construction and renovations.
• Building inspector inspects footers and provides occupancy permit after all inspections are completed and all fees are paid. Building inspections consist of framing, foundations, and final inspection.