How can I tell which historic district I live in?

Take a look at our map to determine whether you live in the core historic district or the expansion district.

Where can I find the City’s historic guidelines?

The City maintains pages linking to the current and proposed guidelines for both the core district and the expansion district. Please note that the official guidelines for the expansion district have been proposed and are currently being evaluated.

What is a Certificate of Appropriateness (CoA)?

The CoA is an approval from Pittsburgh’s Historic Review Commission (HRC).

Using the historic guidelines (see above), the HRC reviews and approves CoA applications to ensure that external modifications fit the historic character of the neighborhood.

How do I know if I need to apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness?

A CoA is required for external renovations that are visible from street view or another right-of-way.

Examples include, but are not limited to:

• New siding or windows

• Additions or rooftop decks

• Garages

• Solar panels

How can I apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness?

Follow the instructions published by the Historic Review Commission on their website.