Pittsburgh Multifamily Rush Collides With Zoning Wall
Current Zoning Framework and Its Impact on Multifamily Developments Pittsburgh's existing zoning framework poses significant challenges for multifamily development projects. The residential zoning categories, which include single-unit, two-unit, and multi-family, impose stringent restrictions. Height limits are typically capped at 30 to 35 feet. This significantly impacts the feasibility of high-density developments. Moreover, there is limited zoning alignment for multifamily construction near transit corridors. This restriction curtails urban sustainability efforts within the city. Only a small percentage of land near transit lines permits such development. This stifles the potential to integrate housing with public transportation. The Zoning and Development Review Division administers compliance with zoning codes, ensuring safety and legal compliance. The rigidity of zoning laws makes it difficult to achieve the necessary project scale for economic viability. Thus, any alignment...