McKeesport parks closed from dusk to dawn (generally 10 PM to 6 AM) unless permitted for special events. Violations cited as defiant trespass under PA Crimes Code 3503.
McKeesport Parks and Recreation-administered properties — including Renziehausen Park (home of the Garden Club and International Village), Riverfront Park, and neighborhood parks — are posted closed from dusk to dawn, generally enforced as 10 PM to 6 AM. After-hours presence may be charged as defiant trespass under 18 Pa.C.S. §3503(b)(1)(iii), a summary offense for persons who enter or remain after being notified that access is prohibited by posted signs. Special-event permits allow extended hours (e.g., festival nights, fireworks). Park ranger and McKeesport Police patrol after-hours, focusing on loitering, littering, and alcohol violations. Playground equipment is additionally subject to age limits posted at each site.
Defiant trespass (first offense): summary offense, up to $300 fine. Repeat or aggravated violations (alcohol, damage): may escalate to misdemeanor and restitution.
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Persistent dog barking enforceable as public nuisance under McKeesport code and PA Dog Law 3 P.S. 459. Complaints handled by police and ACHD animal services.
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Industrial and commercial noise sources subject to Allegheny County Health Department Article XXI air quality and noise provisions plus McKeesport zoning per...
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Construction noise generally restricted to daytime hours (typically 7 AM to 8 PM weekdays) under McKeesport nuisance provisions. Emergency utility and public...
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Overnight parking is permitted on most McKeesport residential streets. Snow emergency routes and posted zones prohibit overnight parking when declared or sig...
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McKeesport has no citywide EV charging mandate. Residential Level 1 and Level 2 chargers require an electrical permit under the PA UCC. Public chargers exist...
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New driveways and curb cuts require a permit from McKeesport Public Works. Driveways must not drain onto public sidewalks and must use approved apron materials.
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