Penn Hills requires a zoning/building permit for fences regardless of height. Applications filed with Planning and Code Enforcement Department. Survey or plot plan typically required.
Penn Hills requires a zoning/building permit for all fences under Chapter 27 zoning and the PA Uniform Construction Code (UCC, 34 Pa. Code Ch. 403). Applications are filed with the Department of Planning and Economic Development at the Municipal Building (102 Duff Road). Required submittals: completed permit application, plot/survey plan showing lot lines and proposed fence location, material/height specification, and owner signature. Fees typically run $50-$100 depending on fence length. Fences in front yards are limited to 4 feet and must be at least 50% open (picket, wrought iron, split-rail); rear/side yard fences can generally go to 6 feet solid. Corner lots must respect sight-triangle rules. Permits must be obtained before installation; installing first and applying after triggers a double-fee penalty and possible removal order.
Building without a permit: $100-$500 plus double permit fee. Non-compliant fences may be ordered removed at owner cost. Continuing daily violations add $100/day under summary citation.
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