Above-ground pools over 24 inches deep in McKeesport require permits and barrier compliance under the PA UCC. Ladders must be removable or lockable when the pool is unattended to qualify as a barrier.
Under the PA Uniform Construction Code (34 Pa. Code §403.62a), above-ground pools 24 inches or deeper (or over 5,000 gallons) require a building permit from McKeesport. Barrier requirements follow IRC Appendix V / ISPSC: the pool wall itself serves as a barrier if it is at least 48 inches above grade, has no exterior handholds or footholds, and the ladder is removable or lockable. If the wall is under 48 inches or has climbable features, a separate barrier (fence, locked enclosure) is required. Zoning setbacks for accessory structures apply, typically 3 feet from rear lot line and 5 feet from side lot line in R-2 residential districts, and behind the front building line. Electrical connections must meet NEC Article 680 with GFCI protection. Pools within 10 feet of overhead power lines require special clearance review under NEC 680.8. Remove water from pools over winter or maintain chemicals to prevent mosquito breeding (ACHD enforceable).
Unpermitted pools trigger UCC violations up to $1,000 per day under 35 P.S. §7210.903. Missing barrier during pool season is a serious safety violation with potential civil liability for drownings. Stagnant water mosquito violations $100+ per ACHD.
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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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