Important Information

• Detailed information on how to dispose of household building material and carpeting, among other garbage disposal questions, can be found on the Garbage and Recycling page!

• Dumpsters and storage containers require a permit in Harrison Township. Bulk Container Permit Application

• The regulations related to open burning in Harrison Township are the same as the regulations approved by Allegheny County. Open Burning Fact Sheet (PDF)

• Yard Sales: Three yard sales are permitted per calendar year and cannot exceed three consecutive days.  No signs advertising the yard sale may be posted on public property such as utility poles and traffic signs. Yard Sale Ordinance (PDF)

• Weeds and Vegetation:  Grass and weeds cannot exceed 6 inches, and “sight obstructions” such as hedges, shrubs, trees, and underbrush cannot unreasonably interfere with the vision of pedestrians or motorists so as to create danger to those using streets and sidewalks.  Weeds and Vegetation Ordinance (PDF)

• Rental Properties require inspection:  Harrison Township requires registration and inspection of rental properties PRIOR to occupancy with the Zoning and Ordinance Office.  Landlord Rental License & Forms (PDF)