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Pittsburgh is a city that many people take pride in calling ‘home,’a great placeto live anda fantastic place tovisit.Hosting the NFL Draft in 2026 will allow us toshowcasewhat makes this citysospecialandhighlight theintegral rolewe playin the story of this beloved sport.We’rethankful the NFL believes in the City’s ability to host thisevent and provide football and sports fans alike with a memorable experience.I'dalso like to thank the Steelers,VisitPittsburgh, and other regional stakeholders for theircollaborative spirit andcommitment toshowcasingeverything our city has to offer. - Mayor Ed Gainey

Today, the Gainey Administration and City of Pittsburgh’s Department of City Planning (DCP) announced a series of zoning reforms designed to increase and diversify Pittsburgh’s housing supply, lower housing costs, and provide opportunities for residents of all income levels to find housing they can afford in neighborhoods across the city.  

These proposed changes are an outcome of the 2022 Housing Needs Assessment, which provided several recommendations on land use and zoning regulations that, when implemented, have successfully led to reinvestment and population growth in cities across the country.  

"I'm excited to see the City of Pittsburgh introduce this suite of zoning code updates.  Throughout my All In Allegheny transition process we heard from residents all over the county who wanted to see more housing options near transit and tools for updating and modernizing zoning to support affordable housing development.  Today's introduction is a key first step in this work and I look forward to working with all 130 municipalities throughout Allegheny County on common sense zoning updates that can help create more homes for our neighbors," said County Executive Sara Innamorato.

“We’ve known for a long time that many Black and Brown residents have been forced out of our city due to the rising costs of housing,” said Mayor Ed Gainey. “We can’t call ourselves a welcoming city if we aren’t constantly working to make housing attainable and affordable for those who live or want to live in our city. These amendments are a huge step in the right direction.”  

The primary changes include: 

Transit-Oriented Development Zoning Changes 

Transit-oriented development creates opportunities for a greater density of housing units near public transportation options to provide residents with easy, affordable access to jobs and services. In Pittsburgh, only 37% of the land within ½ mile of fixed guided transit (busways, trains) is zoned to allow for multi-family development. This proposal would amend the zoning map at Herron Avenue Busway Station, South Hills Junction, and Chartiers Avenue Busway Station (Sheraden Station) to allow for multi-family development around these transit stations. 

Accessory Dwelling Units City-Wide 

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is an additional, or accessory, residential space on an existing property commonly known as backyard cottages, granny flats, or in-law suites. This amendment would allow for an independent dwelling unit within a primary structure, detached structure, or an existing accessory structure (i.e. a garage or basement).  

Parking Reform 

The proposed ordinance will simplify the existing Zoning Code by removing minimum parking requirements for developments and various permitted reductions in parking requirements. This will allow for greater ease in reusing existing buildings, reduce the cost of new development and re-development, and shift focus to more transportation options.  

Minimum Lot Size Reform 

This proposed change would remove the minimum lot size per unit, or the minimum lot area needed to develop a residential unit. This would remove a barrier that prevents housing projects from reaching the maximum number of units otherwise allowed by the zoning code, increasing the city’s housing supply and lowering the cost of housing.  

Inclusionary Zoning City-Wide 

Currently, the City of Pittsburgh has Inclusionary Zoning Overlay Districts in Lawrenceville, Bloomfield, Polish Hill, and the majority of Oakland. This proposed amendment would expand this city-wide, which requires new or renovated developments with 20+ units to affordably price 10% of the total units for individuals at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI) as established by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 

“It’s time that we modernize our zoning code to better reflect our changing city. These reforms will remove barriers to the construction of new housing developments that provide safe, affordable housing options for Pittsburghers of all income levels and improve multi-modal transit options and streetscapes. Ultimately, we’re working towards a city that meets the housing needs of all its residents,” said DCP Director Jamil Bey.  

These proposed zoning amendments are available for public comment through November 5th. Residents may provide feedback on EngagePGH, or in person at a series of Development Activities Meetings that will be held throughout September and October 2024. 

Once the public comment period has closed, these changes will be presented to the Planning Commission for hearing and recommendation before presenting to City Council in early 2025.  

For more information on these amendments and opportunities to provide comment, please visit EngagePGH.

(Posted 8/6/24 at 2:30 PM)

Please remember to lock your vehicles when they are unattended. There were 9 Theft from Vehicle reports taken in Zone 1 in the month of July. In far too many cases, the vehicles were left unlocked, both intentionally and unintentionally, and the victims had left valuables in the vehicle, out in the open. While in other cases, force was used to enter the vehicle. Below are some tips to help prevent Thefts from Vehicles.

• Make sure that all of the doors are locked, and the windows are closed.
• Invest in a steering wheel lock, glass break detector, vehicle security alarm system or some other type of vehicle anti-theft device.
• Take all valuables out of the vehicle or store them in locked compartments inside your vehicle where they cannot be seen.
• Always park your vehicle in well-lit populated areas.

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Saturday July 29th, 2023

Zone 1 Officers take a break from Patrol to enjoy a game of basketball with local kids at the Manchester Community Day Event!

Pittsburgh, PA. Beginning Monday, February 26, 2024, Pittsburgh Bureau of Police personnel will transition from traditional eight-hour work days, back to four 10-hour shifts each week, with three consecutive days off.

This organizational change is designed to enhance officer wellness, a key pillar in Chief Scirotto’s priorities for the Bureau.

“An additional day away from work each week to focus on family, friends, or outside pursuits is key to creating a healthy workforce and contributes to the Bureau’s goal of not only recruiting new officers, but retaining them for the long haul, ” said Chief Larry Scirotto. Officers will also be afforded one hour of wellness time each week while on shift to use at their discretion.

In addition to the revised work schedule, the Bureau is making additional adjustments to more effectively serve Pittsburgh residents and visitors to the city.

Some of the changes are as follows:

• Centralized deployment established for the night shift where police units will be strategically placed throughout the zones staffed by multiple supervisors and a night watch commander who will oversee operations and allocate resources to areas of need throughout the city
• New watch commander added to the p.m. shift
• Formation of the Violent Crime Division to include Homicide, Narcotics, Intelligence, and the Violence Prevention Unit with the overarching goal of reducing violent crime and gun violence
• Installation of blue phones with a direct line to 9-1-1 outside all six police zones and the Downtown Public Safety Center for use between 3 a.m. and 7 a.m. when officers are deployed in the field
• Creation of an enhanced Telephone Reporting Unit (TRU) operating from 7-3 a.m. daily, including weekends. Dispatch will assign reports to the TRU for calls that do not require an in-person response by officers. TRU will NOT be assigned to any “In Progress” call where a suspect may be on scene, any crime where a person may need medical aid, any domestic dispute, calls with evidence, or where the Mobile Crime Unit will be requested to process a scene
• Creation of the Pittsburgh Police Cares portal on the City of Pittsburgh website modeled on the current Zone 1 Cares initiative. The online portal will be one-stop shopping for police/community engagement events, safety alerts, monthly crime statistics, and zone/neighborhood-centered news
• Online citizen reporting

“Following thorough audits of how police resources were being allocated, these improvements are backed by data to ensure that the Pittsburgh Bureau of Police is serving the city in the most efficient and responsible manner, placing the primary focus on areas of concern to enhance quality of life in our neighborhoods, improve community/police partnerships, and prioritize officer wellness. These are my key priorities for the Bureau, which will only serve to strengthen public safety in the city,” said Scirotto.

Cara Cruz
Public Information Officer
Public Safety
cara.cruz@pittsburghpa.gov

• Sgt. D. Mitchell
  don.mitchell@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer Cancilla
• Officer Davies

AM Shift: Lt. P. Mercurio

• Sgt. T. Clinton
  tracey.clinton@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. K. Kim
  kurt.kim@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer M. Smith
• Officer J. Knoerl
• Officer M. Rosato
• Officer J. Giles

PM Shift: Lt. Vacant

• Sgt. E. Meyers
  emily.myers@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. E. Palchak
  erin.palchak@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer M. Palinski
• Officer C. Brough
• Officer A. Dilley
• Officer R. Kolat
• Officer J. Hauser
• Officer G. Houser
• Officer C. Donnelly

AM Shift: Lt. P. Mercurio

• Sgt. S. Labella
  stephanie.labella@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. J. Tagmyer
  jeffrey.tagmyer@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer P. Eaken
• Officer J. Novak
• Officer R. Krawchyk
• Officer G. Cunic

PM Shift: Lt. Vacant

• Sgt. C. Horvath
  cynthia.horvath@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. K. Leithner
  kenneth.leithner@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer Z. Smith
• Officer R. Kozup
• Officer P. Weaver
• Officer D. Weaver

AM Shift: Lt. P. Mercurio

• Sgt. S. Labella
  stephanie.labella@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. J. Tagmyer
  jeffrey.tagmyer@pittsburghpa.gov
• Office B. Palivoda
• Officer A. Horning
• Officer G. Figueroa
• Officer C. Nath

PM Shift: Lt. Vacant

• Sgt. C. Horvath
  cynthia.horvath@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. K. Leithner
  kenneth.leithner@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer M. McShane
• Officer N. Gadola
• Officer S. Tessmer
• Officer D. Bertan
• Officer J. Ostrowski
• Officer K. Clark
• Officer A. Dickant

AM Shift: Lt. P. Mercurio

• Sgt. T. Clinton
  tracey.clinton@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. K. Kim
  kurt.kim@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer D. Dailey
• Officer T. Potts
• Officer R. McDonald
• Officer D. Dunn
• Officer D. Hartung

PM Shift: Lt. Vacant

• Sgt. E. Myers
  emily.myers@pittsburghpa.gov
• Sgt. E. Palchak
  erin.palchak@pittsburghpa.gov
• Officer D. Palermo
• Officer E Folino
• Officer A. Dice
• Officer J. Loritz

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Northside Public Safety Council

President: Cecelia Ware

Phone: 412-345-1366

Email: zone1psc@gmail.com

Website: www.manchestercitizens.org

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 1st Thursday of the Month at 5:30 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting location:
Propel School Northside
1805 Buena Vista St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(The parking lot and main entrance can be accessed from Irwin Ave near the intersection of N. Charles St. and Irwin Ave.)

Get involved with the council dedicated to ensuring public safety throughout the Northside.
The Northside Public Safety Council meets at Propel School Northside – 1805 Buena Vista St. Pgh PA 15212 on the first Thursday of each month from 5:30-6:30 PM. Attendees include our Zone 1 Commander, Public Safety Director, Zone 1 CRO’s, Housing Authority representatives, Northside community residents and a variety of special guests. Come on out to be part of the discussion about making the Northside a safe place for us all!

Community Alliance of Spring Garden and East Duetschtown

President: Isaac Falvey

Address: 1308 Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh Pa 15212

Phone: (412) 228-0376

Email: info@ca-sged.org

Website: www.ca-sged.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CASGED412

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting Location: St Michael and All Angels Lutheran Church 1308 Spring Garden Ave, Pgh Pa. 15212.

The Community Alliance of Spring Garden & East Deutschtown is a grassroots community organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for its members by organizing and encouraging efforts to revitalize the residential and commercial districts; by leading and supporting greening and beautification efforts; and by providing or supporting events and programs that promote public safety, volunteerism and community pride.

East Allegheny Community Council

President: Douglas Kamper

Address: 415 East Ohio Street #225, Pittsburgh, PA 15212.

Phone: (412) 321-1204

Email: info@deutschtown.org

Website: deutschtown.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/Deutschtown

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Virtual. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting Location: N/A

The East Allegheny Community Council (EACC) works to revitalize the Deutschtown National Historic District, support economic development efforts, and foster a sense of community. The mission of EACC is to:

• improve the quality of life for residents by encouraging restoration and preservation of our housing stock;
• organize and support social, cultural, educational and charitable programs and events; and promote public safety, enforcement of city ordinances, and performance of city services in the neighborhood of East Allegheny, also known as Deutschtown.

Allegheny West Civic Council

President: Bob Griewahn

Address: 806 Western Ave Pgh Pa 15212

Phone: (412) 323-8884

Email: info@alleghenywest.org

Website: alleghenywest.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/alleghenywest

Twitter: twitter.com/allegheny_west

Instagram: www.instagram.com/AlleghenyWest_pgh

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting Location: Calvary United Methodist Church 971 Beech Ave Pgh Pa 15233.

The Allegheny West Civic Council was incorporated in 1971 to:

• coordinate neighborhood services and eliminate duplicate or unnecessary activities
• identify and make every effort to meet unmet needs;
• promote public understanding of our needs and resources;
• serve as a channel for the members to express our thoughts and needs to the larger communities of city, state & nation and serve as an access channel to the people of the neighborhood for other institutions;
• receive and administer funds exclusively for scientific, education and charitable purposes;
• improve the economic and social climate of the community by publicizing our needs and goals and assuring that vital services, programs and resources are made available to the community.

Any resident, property owner, business owner or organization is eligible to become a voting member in the Civic Council. More information about membership can be found on our website.

Summer Hill Citizens Committee

President: Jake George

Phone: (724) 664-3045

Email: jlg8807@gmail

Facebook: www.facebook.com/summerhillcitizens

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: TBD. Contact Us

In-Person Meeting Location: TBD

The Summer Hill Citizens Committee (SHCC) is the official neighborhood group representing citizens of Pittsburgh’s upper North Side neighborhood of Summer Hill. Contact us through our Facebook page or via email for more information.

Brighton Heights Citizens Federation

President: Joseph Glassbrenner

Address: PO Box 99602 Pittsburgh PA 15233

Phone: (412) 690-0918

Email: BHCFpgh@gmail.com

Website: www.brightonheights.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/brightonheights

Twitter: twitter.com/bhcfpgh

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: In-person only.

In Person Meeting Location: John Morrow Elementary School 3547 Massachusetts Ave Pgh, Pa 15212.

Since its initial inception as a non-profit organization on February 28th, 1967, the Brighton Heights Citizens Federation has been involved in a multitude of activities, events, and projects in the community. The purpose of the Federation is to promote and encourage the advancement of neighborhood improvements and a greater sense of community. This is accomplished by uniting the citizens of the community, its organizations, and institutions to work hand in hand to enhance the health, safety, welfare, property, and wellbeing of the community.

To accomplish the above objectives, the Federation sponsors a number of annual neighborhood events such as the annual flower plantings, the Halloween Parade, a Christmas tree lighting in Legion Park, a house tour, and a community day at PNC Park.

Troy Hill Citizens Inc.

President: Abby Vanim

Address: 1619 Lowrie St Pgh Pa 15212

Email: troyhillpittsburgh@gmail.com

Website: www.ourfuturehilltop.org

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting Location: 1902 Sundeman St Pgh Pa 15212

Troy Hill Citizens (THC) is a non-profit community development organization that was established in 1971 to foster programs of a civic and social nature and to improve the quality of life for all Troy Hill residents. The organization strives to find creative and sustainable ways to enhance and revitalize the neighborhood. To find out more about our organization and ways to get involved, please visit our website.

Observatory Hill Inc.

President: Jeffrey Wagner

Address: PO Box 100247 Pgh, PA 15233

Phone: (412) 736-2489

Email: ohipgh@gmail.com

Website: www.observatoryhill.net

Facebook: www.facebook.com/observatoryhillinc

Twitter: twitter.com/ohipgh

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/observatory-hill-inc-660294114

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

In Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Virtual. TBD. Contact us.

Observatory Hill, Inc. is a non-profit community based organization committed to improving the quality of life for all residents through the preservation or restoration of homes and buildings and conservation of community resources.

Incorporated as a 501 (c) (3) organization on June 18, 1982, the group and the community have worked together to preserve and revitalize the neighborhood in a number of important activities:

Commercial Revitalization, Housing Preservation, increasing access to mortgage products, attracting new homeowners, and removing key blighted buildings. A primary goal of the organization is to foster home ownership and the return of multi-unit homes to their original single-family status.

Riverview Park, Preservation and Improvement, including planting annuals in three large beds near the Riverview Avenue entrance and the support of The Friends of Riverview Park committee.

Neighborhood Promotion and Marketing, including the Observatory Hill House Tour, and the OHI Journal, our association newsletter, OHI website and OHI Facebook page.

Brightwood/Marshall-Shadeland Civic Group

President: Angel Gober

Address: P.O. Box 100001 Pgh Pa 15233

Email: brightwoodcivic@gmail.com

Website: www.brightwoodcivic.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BrightwoodCivicGroup

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6 PM.

In Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Virtual. Contact us.

Brightwood is a residential neighborhood on the Northside of Pittsburgh consisting of affordably priced homes, occupied by a diverse group of residents. We host monthly membership meetings and special events throughout the year. Contact us to learn how you can get involved and help us improve our community.

Spring Hill Civic League

President: Ben Soltesz

Address: P.O. Box 100167 Pgh, Pa 15233

Phone: (412) 759-6680

Email: contact@shcl.org

Website: shcl.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Spring-Hill-Civic-League/244133979010573

Meetings: The general membership meetings are held on the 1st Monday of the month at 6 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact Us

In-Person Meeting Location: TBD. Contact Us

Spring Hill was named for its hilly topography, panoramic view of the city, and natural underground springs. Spring Hill is located north of downtown Pittsburgh. It is adjacent to Interstates 279, 579, & Route 28, and it is five minutes from downtown Pittsburgh. It’s out-of-the way location, easy access to highways, low crime rate, abundant greenery, and value of tradition all translate into a desirable area for families to raise their children and for elderly to live safely. This community is nestled on the hilltop; it is one of the North side’s best-kept secrets. Its German ethnic roots have evolved to neighbors of diverse races, economics, and social status, which make Spring Hill a truly unique community. Contact us to learn how to get involved.

Fineview Citizens Council

President: Diondre Johnson

Address: P.O. Box 6602 Pgh Pa 15212

Phone: (412) 206-9402

Email: fineviewpgh@gmail.com

Website: fineviewpgh.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/FineviewCitizensCouncil

Twitter: www.instagram.com/fineviewcitizens

Instagram: www.instagram.com/fineviewcitizens/?hl=en

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting Location: 2601 Norwood Ave, Pgh, Pa 15214

Fineview Citizens Council (FCC) and Perry Hilltop Citizens Council (PHCC) began collaborating in the winter of 2016. This partnership was started in large part by the redevelopment of Allegheny Dwellings. FCC and PHCC realized this development project would have a large impact on our communities and that we did not have the capacity to respond to it, nor did we have a comprehensive community plan to inform the development.

Since that time, our two organizations have done quite a bit of collaborative work. We even raised funding to hire two full-time staff members.

FCC and PHCC are currently in the process of collaborating to produce a joint comprehensive community plan that will inform future neighborhood development and put forward a shared vision for our communities. Contact us to learn how to get involved.

Perry Hilltop Citizen’s Council

President: Dwayne Barker

Phone: (412) 223-7144

Email: perryhilltop@gmail.com

Website: www.perryhilltop.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/PerryHilltopCitizensCouncil

Twitter: twitter.com/PerryHilltop

Instagram: www.instagram.com/perryhilltopcitizenscouncil

Meetings: The general membership meeting is held on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6 PM.

In-Person/Virtual/Hybrid: Hybrid. Contact us.

In-Person Meeting Location: 2601 Norwood Ave, Pgh, Pa 15214

Fineview Citizens Council (FCC) and Perry Hilltop Citizens Council (PHCC) began collaborating in the winter of 2016. This partnership was started in large part by the redevelopment of Allegheny Dwellings. FCC and PHCC realized this development project would have a large impact on our communities and that we did not have the capacity to respond to it, nor did we have a comprehensive community plan to inform the development.

Since that time, our two organizations have done quite a bit of collaborative work. We even raised funding to hire two full-time staff members.

FCC and PHCC are currently in the process of collaborating to produce a joint comprehensive community plan that will inform future neighborhood development and put forward a shared vision for our communities. Contact us to learn how to get involved.