• Municipal Building

Building and Zoning

The Building, Zoning & Code Enforcement department is responsible to enforce all code requirements for building renovation, zoning law, property maintenance and ordinance violations within Sewickley Borough.

The office is opened Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and from 8:00 AM till 2:00 PM on Friday. Nancy Watts is the Code Enforcement Officer and may be reached by phone at (412) 741-1762 or by fax at (412) 741-2421 or by email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

How do I get a building permit? Construction in the Borough of Sewickley requires a permit from the Building Inspector, whose office is located on the second floor of the Municipal Building, 601 Thorn Street. Printable applications may be downloaded on the Permits, Forms, and Applications page. The Borough has three historic districts in which any exterior construction requires review by the Historical Review Commission and the approval of Council. The Borough also has a sign ordinance that must be complied with before the erection of any sign.

The requirements of the Zoning Ordinance # 1300 and the Official Zoning Map (updated January 16, 2012) are imposed by the building inspector.

 

When do I need a building Permit?

Permit Not Required
Permit Required
  • Replace Existing window
  • Replace Existing Door
  • Install Aluminum Siding
  • Repair Existing Furnace
  • Repair Existing Plumbing
  • Repair Existing Electrical System
  • Repair Roof
  • Re-shingle or Other Type Re-roofing
  • Painting
  • Replace Sidewalk or Curb
  • Increase or Decrease Window Size
  • Change Door Opening Size
  • Construct Addition to Building
  • Construct Storage Shed or Garage
  • Construct Fence
  • Change Floor Plan of a Building
  • Adding or Relocating Sinks or Toilets
  • Adding Electrical Circuits or Fixtures
  • Construct Porch
  • Demolish or Move a Structure
  • Excavation or Fill Areas
  • Electronic and Satellite Dish Antennae
  • Construct Driveway Curb Cut

 

Below are links to applicable websites

Labor & Industry
Pennsylvania's Alternative Residential Energy Provisions
Energy Codes
International Code Council

Property Maintenance Issues

  • Grass shall not exceed 6” in height and yards shall be maintained.
  • Snow and ice are to be removed from all sidewalks within 24 hours of snowfall.
  • Garbage is not to be placed out for pick up until the night before service.

 

Zoning Ordinance, Adopted 8-15-11, Amended 12-19-11

Official Zoning Map - Revision Date July 19, 2010