Thornburg, PA · Allegheny County

No notary required

Zoning Permit Application

Property owners or authorized representatives use this application to request a zoning permit for proposed work at a property in Thornburg.

What this form is

Use this application to request a zoning permit for proposed work, such as a fence, addition, pool, shed, or deck or patio. It asks for owner and property details, the zoning district, proposed work, lot measurements, and current and proposed property uses. Include a dimensional site plan showing property boundaries, proposed work, existing structures, setbacks, and impervious coverage; the zoning officer may request more information.

Who needs it

Property owners or their authorized representatives proposing work at a Thornburg property should complete and submit this zoning permit application.

How to submit it

The form lists the Borough at 545 Hamilton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15205, and [email protected]. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; it does not state that any attachment or related step must be sworn or notarized.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Zoning Permit Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Complete all sections with owner, property, proposed work, lot layout, and use information.

  3. 3

    Gather The Site Plan

    Attach a dimensional site plan showing boundaries, proposed work, existing structures, setbacks, and impervious coverage.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Borough

    Submit it using current contact details from the city website. The form says to make the $25 payment payable to the municipality and put the property address in the memo.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Zoning Permit Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not state that an attachment or related step must be sworn or notarized.
How do I submit the Zoning Permit Application?
The form lists the Borough's address and email, but does not specify a submission method. Check the city website for current contact details.
What should I attach to the application?
Include a dimensional site plan showing property boundaries, proposed work, existing structures, building setbacks, and impervious coverage. The zoning officer may request additional information.
What does the application ask for?
It requests owner and property details, zoning district, proposed work, lot measurements, and current and proposed uses. It also includes a $25 payment instruction.

Need something notarized?

This Zoning Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Thornburg form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.