Harshman CE Group, LLC handles Building and Zoning and Code Enforcement for the Borough of Sewickley.  A representative may be reached by calling 412-741-1762 or sending an email to rm@harshmanllc.com.  Office hours at the Sewickley Municipal Building are Monday 12:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., and Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Any code enforcement questions or complaints should be directed to the Borough Office at 412-741-4015.

When do I need a Building Permit?

Residential and Commercial Construction in the Borough of Sewickley requires a permit from the Building Department.  Construction or repair of a fence and installation of a driveway requires a dedicated permit.  Printable copies are linked below, or you may stop in the Borough office to obtain one.  Other related applications along with the required fee can be downloaded at your convenience from the Forms, Permits & Applications page.

Residential Building Permit Application
Non-Residential Commercial Building Permit Application
Residential Fence Application
Driveway Application

Am I in an Historic District?  Click here for the Historic District Map.
If yes, all exterior work performed within the three historic districts must conform to the Borough of Sewickley's Code of Ordinances Chapter 198-Historic Districts, which includes the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation.

It is the responsibility of the Historic Review Commission to recommend to Council whether to issue a Certificate of Appropriateness.  A Certificate of Appropriateness must be issued by the Historic Review Commission and approved by Borough Council prior to the issuance of a building permit.  A complete Historic Review Application and submission packet must be received one week prior to the Historic Review Commission meeting in order to be added to the meeting agenda.  

Every business and enterprise shall obtain an Occupancy Permit from the Zoning Officer.  The cost of the permit is $100.

All business/enterprises shall obtain a Sign Permit and comply with the Signage Regulations.  Also, please see Ordinance #1367 which has amended parts of the Signage Regulations.

Commercial buildings and/or additions shall comply with the Subdivision & Land Development Ordinance #1310.

The Zoning Ordinance and the Official Zoning Maps (updated May 16, 2016) specify all restrictions in each zoning district.