The Zoning Hearing Board meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month. The Board convenes to hear appeals from the decision of the Zoning Administrator, requests for variance from the terms of the zoning and grading codes, and requests for use by special exception as established by the zoning code. The Board also hears challenges to the validity of any provision of the zoning or land use requirements.
- Download Zoning Hearing Board Applications
- An overview of the application process (flowchart) and guidelines for variances, special exceptions, and appeals of the Zoning Administrator's Decision
- Application Fees
- 2025 Meeting Calendar and Deadlines
The Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) originally enacted as Act 247, in 1968, establishes the basic authority for the exercise of municipal land use controls in Pennsylvania. The MPC provides for the establishment of zoning hearing boards where municipalities have enacted a zoning ordinance pursuant to the enabling laws.
The Board consists of three members and one Alternate, each of whom is a full-time resident and qualified elector of the Township of Upper St. Clair. Members are appointed by the Board of Commissioners to serve for a three-year term.
Current Board Members and Term Expiration Dates
Chairman
Dwight D. Ferguson
Term Expires 12/31/28
Member
Steven Gibbs
Term Expires 12/31/28
Member
Timothy Quinn
Term Expires 12/31/26
Alternate Member
Adam Sheldon
Term Expires 12/31/26
Vacant
Term Expires 12/31/27