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Building Permits in Chester, Pennsylvania

Part of Delaware County.

We have not yet verified rules published by Chester itself. Below are the Pennsylvania rules that apply, and where to ask.

Where to apply

Permits in Chester are issued by the city's building or planning department. If the city does not run its own permit office, Delaware County handles applications.

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