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This page contains a list of permits administered by the Bureau of Building Inspection. Click on a permit name to find out more about it and how to apply for it either in person or online.

Please note that all permits begin with the Department of City Planning, Zoning Office, except as noted otherwise.

Be sure to check out the section of this page that includes links to work that does not require a permit.


Residential Permits
(One and Two Family Buildings)

Zoning General Construction - New Construction & Renovations
- Construction of Decks
- Swimming Pools
Other Electrical
HVAC
 

Commercial Permits**
(Other than One and Two Family Buildings)

Zoning General Construction
Land Operations
Occupancy
Signs
Other

Commercial Cooking Hoods
Electrical
Fire Protection (Sprinklers)
Fire Alarm
HVAC*

Demolition Permits

* Zoning Approval is only required if a new HVAC unit is installed outside of the building.

** All Commercial Permits require a Registered General Contractor with the City of Pittsburgh to perform the work.


Work That Does Not Require a Permit

 


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Bureau of
Building Inspection

200 Ross Street - 3rd Floor
Pittsburgh, PA  15219
412-255-2175
E-mail

Permit Plans Examining
412-255-2181

Business Licensing
412-255-2858

Electrical/Mech/HVAC
412-255-2160

Demolition
412-255-2187