Principal residential structures are generally limited to 35 ft or 2.5 stories in Penn Hills R-1 and R-2 districts. Accessory structures cap at 15 ft. Commercial and multifamily districts allow taller with additional setback.
Height limits in the Penn Hills Zoning Ordinance are measured from average grade to the midpoint of a sloped roof or top of a flat roof. Residential R-1 and R-2 principal buildings are capped near 35 ft (2.5 stories). Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages) are limited to roughly 15 ft. Chimneys, antennas, and church spires are exempt from the base height. Taller commercial or mixed-use buildings in MU/C districts may require additional side/rear setbacks, typically 1 additional foot per foot of height over 35 ft.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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