Penn Hills has no formal dark sky ordinance. Exterior lighting on new commercial and multifamily development is regulated through site plan review under the Zoning Ordinance performance standards, which require full-cutoff fixtures at property lines.
While Penn Hills is not a designated Dark Sky Community, its Zoning Ordinance performance standards require that lighting on commercial, industrial, and multifamily properties be designed so that direct light does not extend beyond the property line. Full-cutoff or shielded fixtures are required for parking lot and building lighting. Residential lighting on single-family lots is largely unregulated unless it creates a nuisance (glare crossing property lines).
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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Residential driveways in Penn Hills require a driveway permit and curb cut approval from the Public Works Department. Minimum widths and setbacks set in the ...
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On-street parking in Penn Hills is governed by the Traffic Code (Chapter 202 codified ordinances). Parking is generally permitted unless signed otherwise; st...
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Vehicles left on public streets or visible on private property for more than 48 to 72 hours in an inoperable condition may be tagged and towed under Penn Hil...
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EV charging stations on private property follow the PA Uniform Construction Code and National Electrical Code; a Penn Hills electrical permit is required for...
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