# Building permits at 1809 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: an $800,000 new building at 1709 Arcena St, permitted Aug 5. Two permits here in the last two years. The newest, Feb 5: Install mini-split system at existing commercial retail space. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 21 more permits since May 1. One is for a new building, 0.21 mi away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Feb 5, 2026 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Install mini-split system at existing commercial retail space | $26,000 | [MP-2025-05449](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2025-05449/) | | Jul 10, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Replacement of windows & doors as well as siding & soffit | $50,000 | [BDA-2025-03188](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2025-03188/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 21 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 3 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 9, 2026 | [1814 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1814-penn-ave/) | 160 ft SE | Electrical | Conversion of retail store to take-out resturant. Demo walls and doors. New partitions, doors, restroom, and finishes. | $5,000 | [EP-2025-03809](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-03809/) | | May 18, 2026 | [1814 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1814-penn-ave/) | 160 ft SE | Fire systems | Hood suppression | $5,000 | [SSP-2025-03812](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2025-03812/) | | May 14, 2026 | [1814 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1814-penn-ave/) | 160 ft SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | New kitchen hood/mua | $10,000 | [MP-2025-03810](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2025-03810/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 15 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 9, 2026 | [1655 Smallman St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1655-smallman-st/) | 400 ft W | Electrical | | $9,500 | [EP-2026-06576](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-06576/) | | Sep 25, 2026 | [1644 Smallman St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1644-smallman-st/) | 770 ft SW | Electrical | | $1,000 | [EP-2026-05974](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05974/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [1719 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1719-penn-ave/) | 310 ft SW | Sign | Use of one (1) 30 sf, non-illuminated, wall sign facing penn ave. | $4,000 | [BDA-2026-05157](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-05157/) | | Jul 30, 2026 | [2010 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2010-penn-ave/) | 390 ft E | Alteration or repair | | $8,650 | [BDA-2026-06927](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-06927/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Electrical | Alteration to electrical system for occupancy change, including new feeders, panels, rooftop generator, power and lighting- related to bda-2026-00379 | $150,000 | [EP-2026-00395](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-00395/) | | Jul 20, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Sign | Non-illuminated flush sign (13'-4" x 4'-11") | $4,000 | [BDA-2026-05823](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-05823/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | Modification of existing fire alarm system adding new notification devices and wiring | $13,000 | [FAS-2026-04486](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/FAS-2026-04486/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | Installation of UL 300 cooking hood suppression system- related to bda-2026-00379 | $4,000 | [SSP-2026-01012](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-01012/) | | Jul 9, 2026 | [2105 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2105-penn-ave/) | 650 ft NE | Electrical | | $2,000 | [EP-2026-04534](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-04534/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | Alterations to suppression system for new restaurant fit-out | $15,000 | [SSP-2026-04115](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-04115/) | | Jun 12, 2026 | [2105 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2105-penn-ave/) | 650 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Reconfiguration of existing single story tenant space for change in use | Not listed | [BDA-2026-02484](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-02484/) | | Jun 3, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of new mechanical systems for new restaurant fit-out, including rooftop equipment (2), type 1 hoods, cooking appliances, grease ducts and hood exhaust fan, interior equipment, restroom exhaust, ductwork, and registers- related to bda-2026-00379 | $165,000 | [MP-2026-00394](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2026-00394/) | | May 21, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Fire systems | New above ground system underground fire main and fdc as related to work performed under bda-2025-08020 | $50,000 | [SSP-2026-03180](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-03180/) | | May 15, 2026 | [2113 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2113-penn-ave/) | 720 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Exterior and interior work for occupancy change, including new masonry infill, service door,and exterior loading platform at rear, new recessed entrance doorway at front, interior walls, restrooms, commercial kitchen, casework and finishes. | $345,000 | [BDA-2026-00379](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-00379/) | | May 12, 2026 | [1655 Smallman St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1655-smallman-st/) | 400 ft W | Electrical | Alteration to the existing electrical system in relation to bda-2025-10873. Work includes new circuits, lighting, and low voltage system. | $37,000 | [EP-2026-00688](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-00688/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 3 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 24, 2026 | [1850 Arcena St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1850-arcena-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Alteration or repair | | $1,328 | [BDA-2026-07643](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07643/) | | Aug 5, 2026 | [1709 Arcena St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1709-arcena-st/) | 0.21 mi S | New building | Construction of two-story single-family dwelling with integral garage, pool, hot tub, wood deck and fence. Structure is masonry & wood-framed on spread footers and caissons & grade beams. Also includes rooftop solar panels. | $800,000 | [BDA-2026-00554](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-00554/) | | Aug 3, 2026 | [1848 Arcena St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1848-arcena-st/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical | Stand alone permit install 200 amp service | $1,000 | [EP-2026-05090](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05090/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Pittsburgh yet. ## More on this street Other addresses on Penn Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [1814 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1814-penn-ave/): newest permit Jun 9, 2026 - [1734 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1734-penn-ave/): newest permit Oct 3, 2024 - [1719 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1719-penn-ave/): newest permit Aug 7, 2026 - [1636 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1636-penn-ave/): newest permit Jan 16, 2025 - [1625 Penn Ave #102](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1625-penn-ave-%23102/): newest permit Sep 18, 2025 - [2010 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2010-penn-ave/): newest permit Jul 30, 2026 - [2021 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2021-penn-ave/): newest permit Apr 9, 2025 - [2034 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2034-penn-ave/): newest permit Nov 25, 2024 - [1520 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1520-penn-ave/): newest permit May 21, 2026 - [2105 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/2105-penn-ave/): newest permit Jul 9, 2026 --- Source: Pittsburgh Department of Permits, Licenses, and Inspections permit data (https://data.wprdc.org/dataset/pli-permits), City of Pittsburgh, CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Checked 2026-10-15 04:16 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ Map, both permits at this address and 21 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/1809-penn-ave/