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Welcome to Monroeville's Building and Engineering Department!
Below, you will find links to frequently requested forms, documents, and information including building permits, occupancy permits, and more.
Building Department / Fire Protection Overview
The Municipality of Monroeville has adopted ordinances to meet the State Uniform Construction Code requirements for Residential and Commercial Building Construction of New, alteration or additions to structures. The Building Department staff is also responsible for assurance of Compliance to Fire Protection Code requirements of both New and Existing Structures throughout the Municipality of Monroeville. The Building Department / Fire Protection web page will list the Categories and applications necessary for compliance to the Pennsylvania UCC code as well as exempted building permit items.
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Residential Construction of New, Alterations, or Additions
- Commercial Construction of New, Alterations, or Additions
- Commercial Occupancies
- Garages, Sheds, Gazebo's (Greater than 120 square feet on Residential Property, all require Permits on Commercial Property)
- Decks (Greater than 30 above grade on Residential, all Commercial Decks require Permits)
- Swimming Pools
- Roof Replacements
- Demolition
- Fire Code Permits (Fire Protection systems)
- Retaining Walls (Greater than 4 feet in height)
- A Building permit application is required to be completed submitted and approved prior to the start of ANY job. In most cases, Inspections are required during Construction steps and a Final Inspection and Occupancy Issued before the space may be occupied or used. Applications can take between 15 and 30 business days for review and processing. Inspections should, at a minimum be scheduled 24 hours in advance.
Engineering Department Overview
The Engineering Department generally supervises and coordinates improvements to Municipal infrastructure including roadways, traffic signals, storm sewers, and parking lots and ensures that private development adheres to approved plans and/or regulations with respect to:
- Impervious areas
- Storm sewers
- Stormwater management
- Grading
- Timbering
- Utility work in municipal rights-of-way
- Erosion and sedimentation control
The Engineering department is also responsible for mapping infrastructure and incorporation of this mapping into a Geographic Information System (GIS).
Important Note
A Building permit application is required to be completed submitted and approved prior to the start of any job. In most cases, Inspections are required during Construction steps and a Final Inspection and Occupancy Issued before the space may be occupied or used. Applications can take between 7 and 10 days for review and processing. Inspections should, at a minimum be scheduled 24 hours in advance.
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- If you are excavating in or placing aboveground facilities over a Municipal road right-of-way or are building a new or expanding an existing driveway abutting a Municipal road you will need a Roadway Occupancy Permit, please download the following:
- If you plan to perform grading, a filling operation, timbering, or logging you will likely need a Land Disturbance Permit, please download the following:
- If you plan to perform timber harvesting you will likely need a Timber Harvesting Permit, please download the following:
- If you are interested in Stormwater Management regulations pertaining to site development you may want to download the following:
Residential Building Permits
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of Inspection Milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Read the associated deck letter with specific deck requirements.
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Read and follow the associated Pool Letter with specific pool requirements.
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1,2 and 3, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 15 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338. After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Commercial Building Permit
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Complete the Emergency Contact Form
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Complete the Emergency Contact Form
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Read and complete the Occupancy Sheet
- Complete the Emergency Contact Form
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Occupancy Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Complete the Emergency Contact Form
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Complete the Emergency Contact Form
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Complete the Building Permit Application
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Print and review the Sample Commercial Letter for additional Monroeville requirements that may apply to your Commercial Permit Project.
- Read and complete the Workers Compensation Letter
- Read and complete the Zoning Permit Application, questions regarding this form should be directed to the Department of Community Development at 412-856-3338.
- Bring all documents required to the Building Department window on second floor of the Municipal Center for processing.
- The Building Department will review your application and respond within 30 business days with an approval or denial.
- If your Building Permit is approved you will be told the permit fee which you must pay in person prior to receiving a copy of your Building Permit.
- The Zoning Permit is handled separately through the Department of Community Development, once again any questions regarding Zoning Permits should be directed to 412-856-3338.
- After obtaining your Building Permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections, it is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Other Permits & GIS Information
Permit requirements (Partial list)
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions regarding item(s) 1 and 2, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read the Demolition Letter
- After obtaining your Demolition permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit application to schedule the appropriate inspections. It is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
- Complete the Building Permit Application - Any questions, please call 412-856-3340.
- Read the Demolition Letter
- After obtaining your Demolition permit follow the inspection instructions on the back of the permit to schedule the appropriate inspections. It is your responsibility to notify the Municipality of inspection milestones and failure to do so can have significant negative consequences
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Permit Requirements (Partial List)
Typically Fire Code Permits are required for Fire Detection and Suppression Systems as well as Bonfires, Fireworks, and any other Fire Prevention Code requirements of the PA UCC and the International Fire Code.
- Review, complete, and gather documents identified in the appropriate section of the Building Permit Requirements
- Complete the Fire Code Permit Application
- Call 412-856-3340.
Documents Related to Above Instructions
Monroeville Municipal Council, at their meeting of May 8, 2012, adopted Ordinance Number 2550 setting forth the requirements for obtaining Residential Occupancy Permits prior to the transfer of one and two family dwelling units and establishing inspection requirements for multi-family dwelling units. The primary goal of this program is to assure life safety requirements in accordance with applicable codes have not been altered and are in good working order for the next occupant.
The program requires a Residential Occupancy Permit prior to the transfer of one and two family dwellings units, change in occupancy of a one and two family dwelling unit or occupancy of an apartment unit of a multi-family residential dwelling unit. The program requires that an Occupancy Permit be issued by the Municipality prior to occupancy of any residential dwelling unit or owner-occupied units as rental units.
Please contact the Department Secretary at 412-856-3340 to submit an application and to schedule an inspection.
Related Documents
General GIS & Mapping Information
A geographic information system (GIS) is a system designed to capture, store, manipulate, analyze, manage, and present all types of geographical data. The key word to this technology is Geography - this means that some portion of the data is spatial. In other words, data that is in some way referenced to locations on the earth.
Coupled with this data is usually tabular data known as attribute data. Attribute data can be generally defined as additional information about each of the spatial features. An example of this would be schools. The actual location of the schools is the spatial data. Additional data such as the school name, level of education taught, student capacity would make up the attribute data.
It is the partnership of these two data types that enables GIS to be such an effective problem solving tool through spatial analysis.
Our GIS Department
The GIS Coordinator for the Building and Engineering Department has the ability to produce customized mapping for nearly any application. Custom Printed Maps are available, by order, for a small charge.
For more information on Map Requests, please contact our GIS Coordinator by phone at 412-856-3335 or by email.