Carports in Allegheny County require zoning approval and, if over 200 sq ft or attached, a PA UCC building permit. Front-yard carports are generally prohibited in most municipalities; driveway-side or rear placement with setbacks is typical.
Municipal zoning treats carports as accessory structures subject to setback, height, and coverage limits similar to garages. Attached carports are regulated as additions to the primary structure and always need building permits. Freestanding carports over 200 sq ft trigger UCC permits; smaller ones still need zoning certificates. Most Allegheny County municipalities prohibit carports in required front yards or visible from the street, reflecting traditional streetscape preservation. Historic district carports require architectural review. Fabric or temporary car canopies are often banned as permanent structures in residential zones.
Zoning violation: $500/day. Unpermitted carport may be ordered removed. Historic district violations carry higher penalties via local review boards.
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