Pennsylvania has no statewide fence cost-sharing statute. Each McKeesport property owner responsible for their own fence. Boundary disputes resolved civilly; spite fence doctrine available.
Unlike California's Good Neighbor Fence Act, PA has no cost-sharing mandate. Neighbors may agree voluntarily but cannot compel contribution. Common law spite fence doctrine permits injunctions against malicious fences built solely to harm neighbors. Contact McKeesport at (412) 675-5000. This neighbor rules rule under Mckeesport's fences ordinances applies to properties within Mckeesport city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Mckeesport code enforcement directly or consult the official Pennsylvania municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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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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