Fee Schedule

Department of City Planning zoning and development review fees are calculated based on the total construction value of the proposed development. Fees totaling over $15,000. are split into two payments: 40% will be assessed at the time of application and the remaining 60% due prior to issuing the permit. Refer to the 2023 Fee Restructuring FAQ(PDF, 133KB) for additional information.

Fees can be paid online via the OneStop portal with a credit card or eCheck, or in person at the OneStopPGH Counter at 412 Blvd of the Allies with a credit card, physical check, money order, or cashier’s check. Please note that we cannot accept payment via mail, nor can we accept cash under any circumstances. Physical checks, money orders, and cashier’s checks must be made out to “Treasurer - City of Pittsburgh.” Please also note that all credit card and eCheck transactions will generate a small processing fee.

PLI and DOMI fees may also apply. Please consult the PLI Fees webpage and DOMI Applicant Guidance webpage for additional information.

Review the current City of Pittsburgh's Fee Schedule.

Technology Fees

Assessed based on range of Base Permit Fee

Fee Type Fee
$0 - $200.00 $2.00
$200.01 - $1,000.00 $5.00
$1,001.00 - $10,000.00 $15.00
$10,000.01+ $25.00

General

Fee Type Fee
Property Certification $100.00
Zoning Research (hr) $100.00
Pre-Application Meeting $250.00

Zoning Review Fees

Fee Type Fee
Residential Zoning Review $1.00/$1000 of project cost (min. $50.00, max $40,000.00)
Commercial Zoning Review $3.00/$1000 of project cost (min. $100.00, max $40,000.00)
Residential Amendment Zoning Review $1.00/$1000 change of project value (min. $50.00, max $40,000.00)
Commercial Amendment Zoning Review $3.00/$1000 change of project value (min. $100.00, max $40,000.00)

Hearing/Notice Fees

Fee Type Fee
Administrator Exception $100.00
Zoning Board of Adjustment $400.00
Zoning Board of Adjustment Protest Appeal $400.00
Planning Commission Hearing $1,350.00
Historic Review Commission Hearing
(For all demolitions and Commercial reviews) 
$1,350.00
Staff Posted Notice $450.00
Staff Prep for City Council Review $750.00
Minor Amendment to PDP/FLDP $400.00

Consolidation/Subdivision

Fee Type Fee
Plan of Lots $175.00
Major Plan of Lots $200.00

Master Plan

Fee Type Fee
New Master Plan (IMP, PLDP) $10,000.00
New SP District $18,750.00
Master Plan Update $5,000.00
Master Plan Amendment $500.00
Zone Change Petition $1,500.00
Zone Text Change $3,800.00

Historic Nomination Fees

Fee Type Fee
Individual Nomination $100.00
District Nomination (up to 20 parcels) $250.00
Large District Nomination (over 20 parcels) $250.00 plus $10.00/ parcel over 20

last updated: 07/08/2026