Building & Zoning

The Building & Zoning Office is responsible for the review of applications, issuance of permits, and inspection of properties for compliance with the Borough’s Zoning Ordinance and adopted building codes.

All building and zoning inspections will be conducted during the hours of 9:00am and 4:00pm. All inspections will be by appointment only. The appointment for inspections must be made at least 48 hours prior to the desired inspection date and time. 

The Borough began enforcing the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) July 1, 2004. Effective February 14, 2022 the UCC adopted the 2018 ICC Codes and reference standards.

Construction Board of Appeals

The Construction Board of Appeals represents the interest of the municipalities that have opted-in to the State-wide Building Code as authorized by Act 45 of 1999. The Borough of Fox Chapel Construction Board of Appeals hears and rules on appeals, requests for variances, and requests for extensions of time under the building code.

Appeals shall be based on a claim that the true intent of the act or Uniform Construction Code has been incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of the act or Uniform Construction Code do not fully apply, or an equivalent form of construction is to be used.

If you are interested in serving on the Construction Board of Appeals, please send a resume and cover letter to FoxChapel@fox-chapel.pa.us.

Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Dan Moretti Zoning Administrator (412) 850-5023

Construction Board of Appeals

Name
Cyril Fox
Kento Ohmori
Robert W. Saunders