Building Permit — City of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh restaurant build-outs require a PLI building permit (submitted via OneStopPGH) before work begins.
What it is. The building permit for restaurant construction, alteration, or tenant improvement (may also require zoning, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical permits).
Who issues it. City of Pittsburgh — Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections (PLI) (City layer).
When you need it. Before construction; consult PLI to confirm which permits your project needs.
How to apply. Apply via the OneStopPGH portal; post the permit, request inspections, and obtain final approval.
Fees. Per the PLI fee schedule — see source (⟢ VERIFY).
What SpoonSeal tracks. The document(s) you upload for this requirement, with automatic renewal/expiration tracking (Current, Due Soon, Expired). Where the city publishes health-inspection results (e.g., NYC and Chicago), SpoonSeal syncs them automatically; elsewhere they can be added manually.
References
- City of Pittsburgh, PLI — https://www.pittsburghpa.gov/Business-Development/Permits-Licenses-and-Inspections/Permits — Official source last checked: 2026-07-02
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Get started free →This guide is informational and not legal advice. Always confirm current requirements with the official agency linked above.