Code Enforcement/Zoning

Codes / Zoning / Building
Jason Sarver
Borough Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer
(724) 452-3002
jsarver@zelieboro.org

This department can assist you with questions that relate to the Code of Ordinances including zoning, building regulations, land development and subdivisions. The Zoning Officer can help you with the filing of applications for building, sign, and electric permits as well as application to the zoning hearing board and planning commission. You can also obtain the current zoning for your property and the permitted used for that zone. (The current tax maps and zoning maps are available for review in the zoning office.)

The Codes, Zoning, and Building Department can ensure that you are in compliance and advise you regarding required permits and associated fees.

For zoning regulations, borough ordinances, and applications, please contact the Code Enforcement/Zoning Office at (724) 452-3002.

Building Permit Review and Inspections are conducted by CODE ENFORCEMENT AGENCY (CEA), located at 1633 Route 51, Suite 100, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025.  Building permits and submission information can be found below.  Please submit your building permit application to:

Zelienople Borough Building
Zoning and Code Enforcement Office, Second Floor
111 W. New Castle Street
Zelienople, PA 16063

You will be notified by the Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer when the building permit application is approved, the cost of the permit and when it is ready for pickup.  Directions regarding required inspections will be provided with the approved building permit. 

ATTENTION:  WE DO NOT ACCEPT CHECKS OR MONEY IN ADVANCE OF THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS, OCCUPANCY PERMITS, SIGN PERMITS, FENCE PERMITS, SHED PERMITS OR ELECTRICAL PERMITS.  FEES WILL BE COLLECTED UPON ISSUANCE OF THESE PERMITS.  THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.

How to Apply for a Building Permit & Applications

Residential Plan Review

How to Apply for a Residential Building Permit

Workers Compensation Affidavit

Instructions for Building a Deck

Should you have any questions regarding requirements for either residential or commercial construction, call the Code Enforcement Agency at 1-866-410-4952.

Main Street Factsheet for Signs in the C-1, Central Business

Applications and Permits/Applications:

Zoning Hearing Application