# Building permits at 5873 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA Three permits on record here. The newest, Mar 23: Installing a new elevator cab & rails within the existing shaft. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 31 more permits (28 projects) since May 1. Two are for new buildings, the nearest 600 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Mar 23, 2026 | Fire systems | Installing a new elevator cab & rails within the existing shaft. Creating a new opening between buildings with a 3-hour fire-rated overhead door with an automatic fusablile link connection on both sides. Adding a ramp on the lower level. | $25,642 | [FAS-2026-01063](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/FAS-2026-01063/) | | Mar 19, 2026 | Electrical | Installing a new elevator cab & rails within the existing shaft. Creating a new opening between buildings with a 3-hour fire-rated overhead door with an automatic fusablile link connection on both sides. Adding a ramp on the lower level. | $10,000 | [EP-2026-01186](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-01186/) | | Nov 12, 2025 | Elevator | Installing a new elevator cab & rails within the existing shaft. Creating a new opening between buildings with a 3-hour fire-rated overhead door with an automatic fusablile link connection on both sides. Adding a ramp on the lower level. | $100,000 | [BDA-2025-05151](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2025-05151/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 31 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 1 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 26, 2026 | [5838 Baum Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5838-baum-blvd/) | 160 ft N | Demolition | Demolition of existing 1 story bank | $16,980 | [DP-2021-13381](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/DP-2021-13381/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 18 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 29, 2026 | [5932 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5932-centre-ave/) | 680 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | Interior alterations to provide new ductwork for return, supply air, and exaust air. Exterior alterations including new rooftop units and exhaust outlet. | $63,000 | [MP-2026-00274](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2026-00274/) | | Sep 24, 2026 | [5923 Alder St #3](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5923-alder-st-%233/) | 770 ft SE | Electrical | Replace electrical servce to house, provide 4 meters (3 units + house meter) new feeders and new house panel | $8,000 | [EP-2026-04992](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-04992/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [5878 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5878-ellsworth-ave/) | 610 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Change in use-no work other than new finishes, painting, etc. | $5,000 | [BDA-2026-07042](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07042/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [5932 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5932-centre-ave/) | 680 ft E | Alteration or repair | | $11,120 | [SSP-2026-00314](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-00314/) | | Sep 14, 2026 | [5932 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5932-centre-ave/) | 680 ft E | Alteration or repair | Interior renovations including new partition walls, finishes and fixtures | $88,000 | [BDA-2025-12517](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2025-12517/) | | Sep 9, 2026 | [5819 Centre Ave #101](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5819-centre-ave-%23101/) | 600 ft W | New building | Installation of suppression for type i hood for new tenant | $3,000 | [SSP-2026-05330](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-05330/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [251 S Saint Clair St #12](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/251-s-saint-clair-st-%2312/) | 510 ft N | Alteration or repair | | $7,289 | [BDA-2026-06237](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-06237/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [251 S Saint Clair St #12](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/251-s-saint-clair-st-%2312/) | 510 ft N | Alteration or repair | | $8,020 | [BDA-2026-06071](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-06071/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [251 S Saint Clair St #12](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/251-s-saint-clair-st-%2312/) | 510 ft N | Alteration or repair | | $10,406 | [BDA-2026-05888](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-05888/) | | Jul 10, 2026 | [251 S Saint Clair St #12](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/251-s-saint-clair-st-%2312/) | 510 ft N | Alteration or repair | | $1,582 | [BDA-2026-05887](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-05887/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [5800 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5800-centre-ave/) | 740 ft SW | Electrical | Illuminated flush wall sign (14'-0" x 5'-1") on right side of building facing centre avenue | $100 | [EP-2026-04052](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-04052/) | | Jul 6, 2026 | [5800 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5800-centre-ave/) | 740 ft SW | Sign | Install two non-illuminated ground/monument signs (4'-5" x 6'-1" high)at driveway entrances and one illuminated flush wall sign (14'-0" x 5'-1") on right side of building facing centre avenue | $13,000 | [BDA-2026-04457](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04457/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5819 Centre Ave #101](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5819-centre-ave-%23101/) | 600 ft W | Electrical | Electrical alterations for initial fit-out or tenant space as restaurant, including new sub-panels, power and lighting - related to bda-2024-06312 | $30,000 | [EP-2025-04254](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-04254/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [217 Amber St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/217-amber-st/) | 870 ft N | Alteration or repair | | $28,792 | [BDA-2026-05359](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-05359/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [245 S Saint Clair St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/245-s-saint-clair-st/) | 560 ft N | Alteration or repair | | $7,617 | [BDA-2026-04378](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04378/) | | May 19, 2026 | [5830 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5830-ellsworth-ave/) | 970 ft S | Sign | Non-illuminated projecting sign (3'-10" x 1'-5") | $40,000 | [BDA-2026-02220](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-02220/) | | May 14, 2026 | [627 College St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/627-college-st/) | 980 ft S | Electrical | | $200 | [EP-2025-09289](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-09289/) | | May 6, 2026 | [220 Amber St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/220-amber-st/) | 970 ft NW | Alteration or repair | | $27,602 | [BDA-2026-03863](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-03863/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 12 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [5743 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5743-ellsworth-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Electrical | Full interior re wire converting from commercial to residential 400 amp new service upgrade and underground pvc for new service | $10,000 | [EP-2026-05592](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05592/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [320 Spahr St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/320-spahr-st/) | 0.19 mi SE | Alteration or repair | | $10,883 | [BDA-2026-08692](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-08692/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [319 Spahr St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/319-spahr-st/) | 0.20 mi SE | Alteration or repair | | $51,509 | [BDA-2026-07566](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07566/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [5743 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5743-ellsworth-ave/) | 0.24 mi SW | Alteration or repair | Exterior garage, deck and balcony additions, exterior alterations including new windows, roofing. Interior alterations including new partition walls, stairs and new fixtures and finishes. | $80,000 | [BDA-2026-03117](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-03117/) | | Jul 27, 2026 | [317 Stratford Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/317-stratford-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | Modify duct work in 3rd floor apartment, no change to equipment | $2,000 | [MP-2026-01394](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2026-01394/) | | Jul 1, 2026 | [141 S Saint Clair St #601](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/141-s-saint-clair-st-%23601/) | 0.24 mi N | New building | Installation of ansul systems in 5 cooking hoods in level 4 kitchen as part of office tenant fitout with cooking and dining facilities | $17,300 | [SSP-2026-03639](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2026-03639/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5824 Alder St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5824-alder-st/) | 0.23 mi S | Alteration or repair | Cut new window opening (5'-0" x 6'-0"). | $4,850 | [BDA-2026-02497](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-02497/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [633 College St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/633-college-st/) | 0.21 mi S | Alteration or repair | Non-structural interior alterations to include new finishes kitchen and bathroom renovations. Exterior alteration to include new doors and windows. Rebuild front porch with stairs to grade at front of existing two-family dwelling | $7,369 | [BDA-2026-02907](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-02907/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [5836 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5836-penn-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | | $300 | [EP-2026-02017](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-02017/) | | May 21, 2026 | [226 S Negley Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/226-s-negley-ave/) | 0.23 mi NW | Electrical | Interior alteration to include framing repairs new finishes as part of bathroom renovation at exisiting single-family dwelling | $16,000 | [EP-2026-00891](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-00891/) | | May 4, 2026 | [5818 Alder St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5818-alder-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Electrical | *Partial Re-Wire Throughout Including: Lighting, Convenience Receptacles, Light Switches, Smoke Detectors. | $36,998 | [EP-2026-02945](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-02945/) | | May 1, 2026 | [5938 Baum Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5938-baum-blvd/) | 0.19 mi NE | Alteration or repair | No work - temp occ for mechanical systems only | Not listed | [BDA-2026-03024](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-03024/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on Centre Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [5869 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5869-centre-ave/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025 - [5880 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5880-centre-ave/): newest permit Apr 16, 2026 - [5850 Centre Ave #800c](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5850-centre-ave-%23800c/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026 - [5819 Centre Ave #101](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5819-centre-ave-%23101/): newest permit Sep 9, 2026 - [5932 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5932-centre-ave/): newest permit Sep 29, 2026 - [5800 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5800-centre-ave/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026 - [5966 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5966-centre-ave/): newest permit Oct 22, 2024 - [5765 Centre Ave #635](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5765-centre-ave-%23635/): newest permit Oct 2, 2025 - [5990 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5990-centre-ave/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026 - [6000 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/6000-centre-ave/): newest permit Sep 3, 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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