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McKeesport vs Penn Hills

How do pest control rules compare between McKeesport, PA and Penn Hills, PA?

McKeesport and Penn Hills have similar restriction levels.

McKeesport, PA

Allegheny County

Some Restrictions

Property owners must keep structures free of rodents and insects under the International Property Maintenance Code adopted by McKeesport. Infestations are code violations.

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Penn Hills, PA

Allegheny County

Some Restrictions

Property owners must maintain premises free of rodents, insects, and vermin under the International Property Maintenance Code adopted through Penn Hills Chapter 1420. Code Enforcement investigates complaints and can order abatement.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactMcKeesportPenn Hills
CodeIPMC Section 309-
Owner DutyEliminate infestationsExtermination required on infestation
EnforcementCode EnforcementCode Enforcement 412-342-1192
AbatementCity can lien costs-
Standard-IPMC Section 309
Trash-Rodent-proof containers

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McKeesport FAQ

Who enforces this in McKeesport?

McKeesport at (412) 675-5000.

Who enforces this in McKeesport?

McKeesport at (412) 675-5000.

Penn Hills FAQ

Who pays for extermination in a rental?

Under IPMC, the owner is responsible for extermination in shared areas and when infestation originates from building conditions. Tenants may be responsible if infestation is caused by tenant activity in a single unit.

Who enforces this?

Penn Hills at (412) 342-1500.

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