For years, we’ve been saying “Check with the Inspection Office. They’ll let you know if you need a building permit.” Well, apparently, while they have them on the line, people have been asking the inspectors about all kinds of permits, from block parties to door-to-door solicitation.

Here is a list of permits and other matters  not handled by the Inspection Office and numbers you should call:

Dye Test
Public Works
412-343-3403

Hazardous Trees
Public Works
412-343-3403

Road Kill
Animal Control
911 non-emergency

Lien Letters
Tax Office
412-343-3920

Amusement Device Permit  
Police
412-343-4016

Block Party Permit
Public Works
412-343-3403

Curb Cut Permit
Public Works
412-343-3403

Dumpsters on Street Permit 
Police Traffic
412-343-4086

Fire Alarm Permit
Fire
412-343-3402

Sidewalk Repair Permit
Public Works
412-343-3403

Solicitor Permit
Police Records
412-343-4143

Street Opening Permit
Public Works
412-343-3403

Municipal Tree Trimming
Public Works
412-343-3403