ZONING

The City of Pittston has adopted a comprehensive zoning ordinance and zoning map. The zoning ordinance prescribes what types of structures and uses are permitted in the zones set forth on the zoning map.  The Zoning Officer can be contacted at 570.654.0513 extension 221. 

New structures, additions to existing structures, accessory structures, fences, decks, signs, and swimming pools, all must be approved by the Zoning Officer prior to construction via a Zoning Permit that can be obtained from the administrative offices at City Hall.

A Zoning Permit is separate and distinct from a Building Permit that is issued by the Building Inspector.  To submit a Zoning Permit Application online, please click HEREOr to download and print an application, open the Zoning Permit Application attachment below.

ZONING CERTIFICATES OF USE

The Zoning Officer can also issue a Zoning Certificate of Occupancy/Use that shows the use of the building/property is in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance.

APPEALS FROM DECISIONS OF THE ZONING OFFICER

Relief from a zoning regulation or violation may be granted by the Zoning Hearing Board. Information on how to file an appeal with the Zoning Hearing Board is available from the Zoning Officer.

FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT–NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM (NFIP)

The City of Pittston has adopted by ordinance the most recent federal regulations required for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The floodplain management ordinance is within Chapter 270 of the Pittston City Code and can be seen by clicking HERE.

ZONING DOCUMENTATION

Pittston City Zoning Fee Schedule

Pittston City Zoning Map

Zoning Ordinance with 2020 Amendment

Zoning Permit Application

Pittston Floodplain Management Ordinance


The City of Pittston is dedicated to preserving our waterways, streams and rivers.  Due to its location on the banks of the Susquehanna, over the years, Pittston City has seen the first hand effects of illicit discharges into stormwater systems. Working with the Pennsylvania DEP and the MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems) program, Pittston has taken the lead in developing a stormwater management program to keep pollutants out of stormwater.

LEARN MORE ABOUT STORMWATER MANAGEMENT

REPORT ILLICIT DISCHARGES