Bulk items (furniture, appliances) in McKeesport are collected on scheduled bulk pickup days. Residents must call to schedule. Tires, electronics, and hazardous waste are excluded and must go to Allegheny County HHW events.
Bulk item disposal in McKeesport requires scheduling through the city Public Works department or the contracted hauler. Typical items accepted: sofas, mattresses, non-appliance furniture. Major appliances (refrigerators, freezers, AC units) containing refrigerants must have Freon removed by a certified technician under the federal Clean Air Act (40 C.F.R. Part 82) before pickup, documented with a tag or certificate. Tires are banned from curbside under PA DEP Residual Waste Regulations; most tire retailers will accept old tires for a small fee. Electronics/TVs/computers are banned from municipal waste under the PA Covered Device Recycling Act (73 P.S. §1741.1); drop off at participating retailers or Allegheny County collection events. Household hazardous waste (paints, solvents, pesticides, fluorescent bulbs) goes to Allegheny County HHW events held multiple times per year. Illegal dumping is a serious offense under 35 P.S. §6018.610 and 18 Pa.C.S. §3201 with fines up to $25,000 and possible criminal charges.
Unscheduled bulk set-out $50-$200. Illegal dumping fines $100-$25,000 under 35 P.S. §6018.610, with possible third-degree misdemeanor charges for scrap tires under 18 Pa.C.S. §3201. Freon-containing appliances dumped improperly trigger EPA violations.
McKeesport, PA
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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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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