This is just a short working list of codes and “titles” and is not comprehensive or to be used for anything other than personal reference. All code books are available for purchase through the Bureau of Building Inspection if more information is needed.

Pittsburgh Building Code, Title 10
2003 International Property Maintenance Code

Chapter 3

  • Sec. 301.3 – Vacant structures
  • Sec. 302.3 – Sidewalks (walkways, driveways, parking spaces)
  • Sec. 302.4 – Weeds
  • Sec. 302.7 – Accessory structures (detached garages, fences, walls)
  • Sec. 302.8 – Motor vehicles (inoperative or unlicensed on property)
  • Sec. 304.7 – Roofs and drainage
  • Sec. 304.10 – Stairways, decks, porches, balconies
  • Sec. 304.13 – Windows
  • Sec. 304.15 – Doors
  • Sec. 305.1 – General (maintain clean and sanitary conditions, interior)
  • Sec. 307.1 – Rubbish or garbage (interior and/or exterior)
  • Sec. 315.1 – Combustible materials storage

Chapter 7

  • Sec. 704.2 – Smoke alarms

2003 International Building Code

Chapter 1002.01

  • Sec. 115.1 – Unsafe structure
  • Sec. 110.1 – Failure to apply for Certificate of Occupancy
  • Sec. 105.1 – Failure to obtain or comply with permit for work

Pittsburgh Code, Title 6 (Conduct)

  • Sec. 620.06A – Graffiti
  • Sec. 601.11 – Dumping

Pittsburgh Zoning Code, Title 9

  • Sec. 922.02A – Failure to secure a Certificate of Occupancy