Accessory Structures in Monroe County, PA (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Monroe County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Shed & Carport Rules
A shed under 1,000 square feet accessory to a one-family home is exempt from the state building permit in Monroe County. A township zoning permit and setbacks still apply, and Pocono POA covenants often add their own limits.
Monroe County Shed & Outbuilding Rules
Few Restrictions34 Pa. Code Section 403.1(b)(3)
The following structures if the structure has a building area less than 1,000 square feet and is accessory to a detached one-family dwelling except as might be required by an ordinance adopted under section 503 of the act: (i) Carports. (ii) Detached private garages. (iii) Greenhouses. (iv) Sheds.
Garage Conversions
Turning a garage into living space in Monroe County is a change of occupancy. Under the Uniform Construction Code you need a township building permit before work starts, and zoning must allow the new use.
Monroe County Garage Conversion Rules
Some Restrictions34 Pa. Code Section 403.62(a)
An owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of a residential building or erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace an electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system regulated by the Uniform Construction Code shall first apply to the building code official and obtain the required permit under Secti...
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