# Building permits at 3909 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA The biggest project within a quarter mile since May 1: a $72M project at 3701 5th Ave, permitted Oct 2. Five permits on record here. The newest, Aug 12: Modification to nozzle location in existing cooking hood for new equipment. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 29 more permits since May 1. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Aug 12, 2026 | Fire systems | Modification to nozzle location in existing cooking hood for new equipment | $4,527 | [SSP-2026-05382](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-05382/) | | Aug 12, 2026 | Electrical | Use of 9 sf illuminated symbol wall sign & 30.3 sf illuminated channel letters facing S bouquet st. Use of 42.3 sf illuminated wall sign including both channel letters & symbol facing forbes ave. | Not listed | [EP-2026-04210](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-04210/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | Electrical | | $13,000 | [EP-2026-04008](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-04008/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | Alteration or repair | Alterations in existing restaurant to reconfigure kitchen equipment and service counter | $6,000 | [BDA-2026-03879](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-03879/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | Sign | Use of 9 sf illuminated symbol wall sign & 30.3 sf illuminated channel letters facing S bouquet st. Use of 42.3 sf illuminated wall sign including both channel letters & symbol facing forbes ave. | $14,800 | [BDA-2026-04176](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04176/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 29 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 20 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 9, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Alteration or repair | Initial tenant fit-out of level c1 tenant space as root & vine restaurant including new commercial kitchen and bar | $150,000 | [BDA-2026-04126](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04126/) | | Oct 2, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Other | | $71,989,164 | [OLP-2026-05519](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/OLP-2026-05519/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [3612 5th Ave #303](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3612-5th-ave-%23303/) | 660 ft SW | Electrical | | $150 | [EP-2026-05918](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05918/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Alteration or repair | No work - temporary occupancy only pending completion of permit bp-2023-13542 | Not listed | [BDA-2026-07609](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07609/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior and exterior alteration in relation to repacing medical equipment and recofiguring space in an existing hospital. Work includes new interior wall partitions, doors, ceilings and finishes. Also work includes removal and reinstallation of 2 windows and surrounding wall. | $250,000 | [BDA-2026-07524](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07524/) | | Sep 2, 2026 | [3612 5th Ave #303](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3612-5th-ave-%23303/) | 660 ft SW | Sign | *Missing zut use of 4.7 sf, illuminated projecting sign facing 5th ave. | $2,630 | [BDA-2026-07208](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07208/) | | Aug 19, 2026 | [3703 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3703-forbes-ave/) | 480 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Alterations to existing tenant space including new commercial kitchen, service counter, restroom upgrades, and finishes. | $60,000 | [BDA-2026-06598](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-06598/) | | Jul 15, 2026 | [109 Atwood St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/109-atwood-st/) | 440 ft SW | Sign | Installation of non-illuminated wall sign | $4,200 | [BDA-2026-04559](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04559/) | | Jun 29, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Fire systems | | $5,000 | [FAS-2026-04290](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/FAS-2026-04290/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Electrical | Alteration to the existing electrical system in relation to bda-2026-00310. Work includes new circuits, lighting and low voltage system. | $100,000 | [EP-2026-00409](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-00409/) | | Jun 26, 2026 | [3703 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3703-forbes-ave/) | 480 ft SW | Alteration or repair | Interior non-structural demolition of 1st floor corner tenant space | $2,500 | [BDA-2026-04694](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04694/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Fire systems | Replacement of kitchen hood suppression system with ansul r102 system in 11th floor kitchen. Related to project pr-2026-003514. | $32,650 | [SSP-2026-04050](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-04050/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Replacement hood suppression system in 11th floor kitchen | $20,000 | [MP-2026-02047](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2026-02047/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Fire systems | Modification to existing fire alarm system as part of replacement hood suppression system in 11th floor kitchen | $10,000 | [FAS-2026-02048](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/FAS-2026-02048/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) | Alteration to the existing mechanical system in relation to bda-2026-00310. Work includes ductwork. | $75,000 | [MP-2026-00410](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2026-00410/) | | Jun 22, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Alteration or repair | Interior ceiling work in relation to the installation of ceiling mounted medical equipment | $100,000 | [BDA-2026-00310](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-00310/) | | Jun 8, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Electrical | Power and lighting to x ray rooms 1, 3 on level 1 of upmc presbyterian hospital | $170,000 | [EP-2025-09382](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-09382/) | | May 26, 2026 | [239 Meyran Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/239-meyran-ave/) | 900 ft S | Electrical | Service Reconnect In-kind. Standalone trade permit. | $895 | [EP-2026-03427](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-03427/) | | May 15, 2026 | [3925 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3925-5th-ave/) | 470 ft NE | Alteration or repair | | $3,866,000 | [BDA-2026-02320](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-02320/) | | May 1, 2026 | [3701 5th Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3701-5th-ave/) | 950 ft W | Electrical | Hard wired connection for replacement hood suppression system in 11th floor kitchen | $90,000 | [EP-2026-02046](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-02046/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 9 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Oct 8, 2026 | [3816 Pier St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3816-pier-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Electrical | 200 amp service upgrade. | $4,500 | [EP-2026-04254](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-04254/) | | Oct 7, 2026 | [3816 Pier St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3816-pier-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Duct and AC | $9,000 | [MP-2026-04555](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2026-04555/) | | Sep 16, 2026 | [120 Mckee Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/120-mckee-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Mechanical (HVAC) | New condensing units, heat pumps, and ductwork as part of fitout of one story building with occupied basement as 1st floor dispensary with basement storage, office, and partial shell space | $27,000 | [MP-2025-04373](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2025-04373/) | | Sep 4, 2026 | [3815 Pier St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3815-pier-st/) | 0.22 mi SE | Electrical | 200 Amp service for re connect | $1,000 | [EP-2026-05656](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05656/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [120 Mckee Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/120-mckee-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Fire systems | Interior alterations and exterior finish work as part of fitout of one story building with occupied basement as 1st floor dispensary with basement storage, office, and partial shell space | $500 | [FAS-2025-04374](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/FAS-2025-04374/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [120 Mckee Pl](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/120-mckee-pl/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | New power, lighting, panels, and roof-top non-emergency gas generator as part of fit-out of 1st floor dispensary with basement storage | $400,000 | [EP-2025-04372](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-04372/) | | Jul 8, 2026 | [333 S Bouquet St #5](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/333-s-bouquet-st-%235/) | 0.21 mi SE | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installing new HVAC systems for new occupancy, including rooftop condenser, furnace, clothes dryer, exhaust fans and ductwork- related to bda-2025-11493 | $10,000 | [MP-2025-08188](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2025-08188/) | | Jun 18, 2026 | [333 S Bouquet St #5](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/333-s-bouquet-st-%235/) | 0.21 mi SE | Electrical | Alterations to the electrical system, including new branch circuits, power and lighting - related to bda-2025-1149 | $5,000 | [EP-2025-08182](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-08182/) | | Jun 12, 2026 | [3816 Pier St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3816-pier-st/) | 0.25 mi SE | Alteration or repair | Change in use from single family to 2 family dwelling. Interior structural and non structural work, add bathroom on 3rd floor. | $50,000 | [BDA-2024-06034](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2024-06034/) | ## Zoning requests nearby We don't list zoning cases for Pittsburgh yet. ## More on this street Other addresses on Forbes Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [3913 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3913-forbes-ave/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026 - [3900 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3900-forbes-ave/): newest permit Jan 6, 2026 - [3942 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3942-forbes-ave/): newest permit Sep 11, 2025 - [3952 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3952-forbes-ave/): newest permit Nov 7, 2025 - [3807 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3807-forbes-ave/): newest permit Apr 20, 2026 - [3715 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3715-forbes-ave/): newest permit Feb 26, 2026 - [3711 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3711-forbes-ave/): newest permit Jan 21, 2026 - [3710 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3710-forbes-ave/): newest permit Oct 16, 2025 - [3703 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3703-forbes-ave/): newest permit Aug 19, 2026 - [3700 Forbes Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/3700-forbes-ave/): newest permit Feb 23, 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/). 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