Department of
Community Development
Building and Zoning
Building Permit Process
Completing an Application
Applications are available at the Department of Planning and Community Development offices or online.
Permit fees vary according to the type of application and complexity of the project. Additional items may be required depending upon the project. For example, building permits require a property survey and construction plans. Commercial projects require International Code Council Plan Review.
Amendments and references can be reviewed online in Chapter 51 "Building Construction" (PDF) and Chapter 61 "Fire Prevention" (PDF)) of the Township Code. The Township Zoning requirements can be found in Chapter 130 of the Township Code. Copies are available for viewing at the Department of Community Development, in the Library or at the Reception Desk of the Municipal Building.
Review by the Township
The plans and survey are reviewed to ensure compliance with the Township's zoning and building codes. On July 6, 2004 the Township adopted Ordinance No. 1914, amending the Code of the Township Chapter 51 (Building Construction) and Chapter 61 (Fire Prevention) to adopt the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act (Act 45 of 1999, 35 P.S.§§7210.101-7210.1103).
Approval by the Township
When the review is complete, a permit is issued. A placard is provided to the homeowner to post in a conspicuous place visible from the street. This signals the public that work is progressing under Township authorization. The homeowner also receives copies of the permits, an inspection sheet, a copy of the survey when required, and a copy of their plans with the plan reviewer's comments.
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Township of Upper St. Clair · 1820 McLaughlin Run Road · Upper St.Clair, Pennsylvania 15241
Department of Planning and Community Development · Phone: 412.831.9000 Ext. 501 · Fax (ComDev): 412.854.0773
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