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Homeowner Permit Information This section discusses the permitting requirements for construction or renovation of a one- or two- family home in the City of Pittsburgh. Many permit applications can be processed and approved within one day. This usually requires that the applicant visit the various departments in person, complete the application forms, and pay any associated permit fees. ♦ Basic Permit Chart A basic flowchart showing the various departments and agencies involved and the general flow of the permitting process is shown below. Click on the chart to view a larger chart with more permit details and departmental links.
♦ Homeowner Permit Timeline The chart below depicts the typical timeframe for applying for permits.
♦ Other BBI Permits The Bureau of Building Inspection (BBI) also issues other permits that usually do not require a pre-approval from another department. The application for these permits begins and ends at the BBI office. The permit process timeframe for the following permits is typically one day. For more information on these permits, visit the BBI website. ♦ Chart of the Homeowner Permit Process The following chart specifically demonstrates the permit process path that a homeowner should follow. The chart shows the detailed application steps throughout the sequence of the permit process.
♦ Contact Information More detailed information on the available permits can be found on the website of each of the departments. All departments can be contacted by phone to obtain general information or request data that cannot be found on the websites.
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