The major responsibilities of the Greenville Code Enforcement Department can be summarized as follows: 

1. The Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code (UCC) – The borough’s code officials perform plan reviews and inspections of all building projects that fall under the purview of the recently adopted and state mandated building code.  In order to universally and consistently protect the health, safety, and welfare of all its residents, the state, in 2004, adopted a code with minimum building requirements.  Local municipalities may enact stricter requirements with the state’s permission. 
   

2. Greenville Property Maintenance Codes and Ordinances – Over the years, borough council has enacted ordinances which set standards for the maintenance of properties within the borough.  The maintenance items include, but are not limited to, high grass, garbage and accumulations, abandoned vehicles, sidewalks, and substandard building conditions.  The borough also regulates the erection of signs in both residential and commercial areas.  Code enforcement gladly receives complaints (by phone, mail or in-person) about properties that are in violation.  We follow-up with an inspection and if the complaint is valid, we issue a violation notice.  When property owners do not comply, we file a criminal complaint with the district justice and schedule a hearing.  We encourage tenants who believe they are occupying a dwelling unit in a substandard condition to contact code enforcement for an inspection.
   

3. Borough Permits – In addition to the state mandated UCC permits, code enforcement issues permits for construction that does not fall under the UCC, for demolition of buildings, for the erection of signs, and for certain activities that fall under the zoning ordinance.  If you are unsure about an upcoming project just call the code office.
   

4. Zoning Ordinance – Zoning regulates land use which includes the permitted principle and accessory uses for the property, lot size, building area and height, and setback requirements.  Zoning issues are taken into consideration during the permit process.  Zoning is critical to some activities and can be complicated so please call the code office for help. The Zoning Ordinance documentation can be found here, and the Zoning Map here.
   

5. General Assistance and CDBG Delivery – The code office offers general advice on building or repair projects, code or zoning questions, and neighborhood issues. 
    

Code Enforcement Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I contact the code officer?
   
   Call the code office at 724.588.4193 extension 401. The code officer is available Monday – Thursday 8:30-4:30.
    
2. What are the two types of building permits in the Borough?
   
   Borough of Greenville Permits - Small projects, like a small storage shed, only require the code officer to inspect your “set backs,” the amount of space you have between new shed and your neighbor’s property line. All roofing projects require a Borough of Greenville building permit. If you are unsure if you need a permit please do call the code office.
   
   Code.sys Permits - Large projects, like new electrical service, a new garage and any changes to the existing structure, like enlarging a window, do require inspections. The Borough has hired Code.sys to handle these projects. Just pick up an application in the Borough office, fill it out, including a drawing or blueprints of the project, and return it to the Borough. Code.sys calculates their fee, which is paid when you pick up your building permit. From that point you have direct contact with Code.sys to answer any questions and perform your inspections.