Pittsburgh, PA Invasive Plant Rules: Prohibited Species (2026)

Managed natural landscapes shall not include any plant species identified as invasive by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

8. Managed natural landscapes shall not include plant species identified as Noxious by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture.

9. Managed natural landscapes shall still be subject to other requirements of the adopted International Property Maintenance Code, namely § 302.5, relating to rodent harborage, and § 308, relating to rubbish and garbage.

(e) Registration.

1. Any owner of record of a property, and any tenant upon signed, written consent of the property owner, must register their Managed Natural Landscape with the City department responsible for inspection of residential overgrowth violations. Registration shall include but not be limited to the following: Either:

A. A description of the managed natural landscape with an intended maintenance plan, including the location of the plantings in relation to property boundaries and rights of way, and

B. The species of plants intended to be planted and the square footage of the area(s) in which they will be planted. Or:

C. A copy of certification documents from an organization which certifies managed natural landscapes, including but not limited to the Audubon Society Certified Backyard Habitat Program and Penn State Master Gardener Pollinator Friendly Habitat Certification.

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