Sewickley Heights, PA · Allegheny County
Submission for HARB Approval Prior to Permit Application
This application lets property owners and their representatives submit proposed work to the Borough of Sewickley Heights for HARB approval before applying for permits.
What this form is
Use this submission to request HARB review of proposed construction, alteration, restoration, repair, demolition, or other work before applying for permits. It asks for applicant and property details, project information, and applicable supporting materials. The form says a Certificate of Appropriateness must be recommended by HARB and issued by Borough Council before permit application and issuance when the property or building is in a Historic District.
Who needs it
Property owners or their applicants planning work for HARB review should complete this submission before applying for permits.
How to submit it
Submit two paper sets and one electronic copy of applicable materials to the Zoning Officer, and consult with the Zoning Officer about required materials. Applicants or their professional consultants must attend the HARB meeting; the $500 fee is paid when applying for permits, not with this form, and may not apply.
About notarization
This form is signed and dated without a notary; if the applicant is not the landowner, attach the landowner affidavit authorizing the applicant and approving the application.
How to submit this form
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Download The Submission
Download the HARB approval submission for proposed work in Sewickley Heights.
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Complete The Application
Provide applicant, property, and project information, including a description of the proposed work.
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Gather Supporting Materials
Consult the Zoning Officer about applicable materials; the form lists maps, sketches or surveys, photographs, samples, and drawings.
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Submit To The Zoning Officer
Submit two paper sets and one electronic copy of applicable materials, and attend the HARB meeting with the applicant or professional consultants.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HARB approval submission?
- It is an application for review of proposed work before a permit application. It asks for applicant, property, project, and supporting-material details.
- Do I need a notary for the HARB approval submission?
- No. The form is signed and dated without a notary. If the applicant is not the landowner, attach the landowner affidavit authorizing the applicant and approving the application.
- How do I submit the HARB approval submission?
- Submit two paper sets and one electronic copy of applicable materials to the Zoning Officer. Consult the Zoning Officer about required materials; the applicant or professional consultants must attend the HARB meeting.
- What supporting materials may be required?
- The form lists a location map, site sketch or survey, pattern book compliance checklist, photographs, material samples, and building or structure drawings, as applicable.
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