Zoning, building permits and septic rules in Borough of Scottdale, Pennsylvania

Borough of Scottdale’s own rules

• Building permitRequired

  New construction, structural alterations and additions inside Scottdale borough

  • Permits required for sheds, garages, porches, pools and hot tubs, carports and building demolition, among others
  • Not required for routine repairs or maintenance such as a new roof (no pitch change), siding and painting
  • Zoning regulations may also apply; contact the borough manager

  “a building permit is required for any improvement that involves new construction, a structural alteration, or an addition.”

• Local zoningPresent

  Land inside Scottdale borough (Westmoreland County)

  • Borough offers a zoning permit application and zoning appeal form

  “borough zoning regulations place various restrictions on the use of property, and on the location of all improvements and additions to property.”

• Subdividing landRegulated (with conditions)

  Subdivision and land development inside Scottdale borough

  • Plans must first be reviewed and approved by the borough

  “the borough's subdivision/land development ordinance regulates the dividing of land, adjustment of property lines between neighbors, development of lots for single family, multi-family and other uses. plans must first be reviewed and approved by the borough.”

• Permit processPartial

  Building and zoning permits inside Scottdale borough

  • Application forms are downloadable; step-by-step process and fees not located

  “it is best to contact the borough manager to inquire if you need a permit prior to the start of any planned change to your property”

Still unanswered

We looked and could not find an official answer yet. Silence is not permission; ask Borough of Scottdale or Westmoreland County directly.

• Owner-builder exemption — Inside Scottdale borough
• Building code adopted — Inside Scottdale borough
• Inspections — Inside Scottdale borough
• Certificate of occupancy — Inside Scottdale borough
• Minimum dwelling size — Inside Scottdale borough

Each answer was extracted from an official source and independently re-checked against that source by a second reviewer. That is an evidence check, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm with the authority before you buy or build.