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Verify locally. Always confirm requirements with your local building department before building or operating any fire feature.
Overview
Pittsburgh and Allegheny County have no air quality curtailment program for residential wood burning. The City of Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses and Inspections handles building permits. Pittsburgh's hilly terrain creates unique siting considerations — setback measurements on hillside lots may require special site analysis. Allegheny County Department of Economic Development handles unincorporated area permits.
Department Contacts
| Department | Contact | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh PLI | pittsburghpa.gov/pli / 412-255-2175 | Building permits |
| Allegheny County Development | alleghenycounty.us/economic-development | County permits |
| Pittsburgh Fire Marshal | pittsburghpa.gov/fire | Fire code |
Disclaimer: For general informational purposes only. Always verify with local authorities.