Plum, PA · Allegheny County
Residential Occupancy Permit
Property owners use this application to request a residential occupancy inspection and certificate for a property in the Borough of Plum.
What this form is
The Borough of Plum Residential Occupancy Application is used to request an inspection for a residential property before occupancy. It asks for property and owner information, current and proposed use, rental and tenant details, and contact information. The application lists items to check before inspection and requires a $100 fee when submitted; the borough says to submit at least five business days before the expected inspection.
Who needs it
Property owners seeking a residential occupancy inspection and certificate from the Borough of Plum should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit the completed application to the Borough of Plum Building Inspection Department, 2000 Mike Thomas Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15239, with the $100 inspection fee by check or cash. Submit at least five business days before the expected inspection.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the property owner signs the application, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the Borough of Plum Residential Occupancy Application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Application
Fill in the property, owner, use, rental, tenant, utility, and contact information requested.
- 3
Check The Property
Review the listed inspection items and check them before scheduling the inspection.
- 4
Submit To The Borough
Submit the application and $100 fee by check or cash at least five business days before the expected inspection.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Residential Occupancy Permit?
- No. The application has a property-owner signature line but no notary block or notarized attachment.
- How do I submit the Residential Occupancy Permit?
- Submit the completed application to the Borough of Plum Building Inspection Department at 2000 Mike Thomas Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15239, with the $100 fee by check or cash.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for the property address, current and new owner details, current and proposed use, rental and tenant information, utility details, and realtor or contact information.
- When should I submit the application?
- Submit it at least five business days before the expected inspection date. The building inspector will call to schedule the appointment within five business days.