Do You Need a Fence Permit in Pittsburgh?
Yes (zoning)
Fences 6 feet or less don't need a PLI building permit, but they do need a Building and Development Application with Zoning review only. Taller fences go through PLI review as well.
Pittsburgh Fence Permits at a Glance
- Permits, last 12 months
- 148
- Issued, last 30 days
- 4
- Median application to issue
- Not published
- Median declared job value
- $35,000
- Issuing office
- Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI)
- Rule last checked
- October 30, 2026
Permits Issued per Month
Counts are approximate: we match permit types and descriptions to fence work. Data from WPRDC: PLI Permits, refreshed October 30, 2026.
What Pittsburgh's Rules Say
- Fences up to 6 ft: zoning review only, no PLI building review.
- Apply through the OneStopPGH Building and Development Application.
- Exterior work in a historic district also needs zoning review.
Pittsburgh Fence Permit Fees
We have not verified Pittsburgh's fee for this work from an official fee schedule yet, so we don't quote one. The Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI) sets the fee when you apply.
Busiest Areas for Fence Permits
| Neighborhood | Permits (12 mo) |
|---|---|
| Hazelwood | 16 |
| Perry South | 13 |
| Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar | 12 |
| Spring Hill-City View | 11 |
| Beltzhoover | 11 |
| Knoxville | 8 |
How to Get a Fence Permit in Pittsburgh
- Confirm the rule for your exact job on the official page cited above. Size, height, structure and location (historic district, floodplain) can change the answer.
- Choose who applies. Many permits here must be pulled by a licensed contractor; ask any contractor to name the license they will use.
- Apply with the Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI) through the official department website.
- Schedule inspections as the permit requires, and keep the final approval with your house records.
Recent Pittsburgh Fence Permits
| Issued | Address | Work |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-27 | 2535 Brownsville Rd #327 | 1. Contract term 150 days from award date. 2. ACHD asbestos application required – Survey included 3. City regulations l |
| 2026-10-27 | 55 Lareda St | City Funded Demolition 1. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, accessory structures, steps and fen |
| 2026-10-17 | 2703 Banksville Ave | City Funded Demolition 1. EMERGENCY CURB-SIDE DEMOLITION. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, acc |
| 2026-10-16 | 1409 Columbus Ave | City Funded Demolition 1. EMERGENCY CURB-SIDE DEMOLITION. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, acc |
| 2026-09-29 | 240 Glenwood Ave | City Funded Demolition 1. EMERGENCY CURB-SIDE DEMOLITION. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, acc |
| 2026-09-29 | 242 Glenwood Ave | City Funded Demolition 1. EMERGENCY CURB-SIDE DEMOLITION. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, acc |
| 2026-09-28 | 18 Norman St | City Funded Demolition 1. EMERGENCY CURB-SIDE DEMOLITION. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, acc |
| 2026-09-14 | 419 Marlow St | INSTALL HOT TUB AND REPLACE FENCE AT REAR OF SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING |
| 2026-09-01 | 64 Royal St | City Funded Demolition 1. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, accessory structures, steps and fen |
| 2026-09-01 | 594 Oakwood St | City Funded Demolition 1. EMERGENCY CURB-SIDE DEMOLITION. Remove all garbage and debris, vegetation, concrete slabs, acc |
Addresses and work descriptions as published by the city. Owner names and phone numbers are removed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a fence permit in Pittsburgh?
Yes (zoning). Fences 6 feet or less don't need a PLI building permit, but they do need a Building and Development Application with Zoning review only. Taller fences go through PLI review as well.
How many fence permits does Pittsburgh issue?
Pittsburgh issued 148 permits matching fence work between October 30, 2025 and October 30, 2026, about 12 a month. The busiest month was Jul 2026 with 63.
How much does a fence permit cost in Pittsburgh?
We have not yet verified Pittsburgh's fee for this work from an official fee schedule, so we do not quote one. The fee is set by the Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI) when you apply.
How long does it take to get a fence permit in Pittsburgh?
Pittsburgh's open data for these records does not include usable application dates, so we cannot calculate a processing time. Ask the Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI) for current timelines.
Who issues fence permits in Pittsburgh?
The Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI).
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Sources
Official sources checked on . Rules change; confirm with the department before you start work.
- Pittsburgh PLI: Work Not Requiring a Permit (linked above) (pittsburghpa.gov)