# Building permits at 5880 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 12 permits on record here. The newest, Apr 16: Electrical permit, no description from the city. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 34 more permits (31 projects) since May 1. One is for a new building, 830 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Apr 16, 2026 | Electrical | | $150 | [EP-2026-02203](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-02203/) | | Apr 6, 2026 | Sign | New non-illuminated wall sign | $3,200 | [BDA-2026-01753](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-01753/) | | Jan 16, 2026 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Installation of refrigerant piping to walk in coolers freezers and condensing units on roof for grocery store in existing building | $982,726 | [MP-2025-04989](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2025-04989/) | | Dec 22, 2025 | Electrical | Install 3 illuminated channel letter signs; one mounted to outriggers attached to glass canopy at entrance (32'-0" x 2'-5"), one facing centre ave (18'-4" x 3'-10"), and one facing parking structure (16'-7" x 3'-5") | $150 | [EP-2025-08902](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-08902/) | | Dec 9, 2025 | Sign | Install 3 illuminated channel letter signs; one mounted to outriggers attached to glass canopy at entrance (32'-0" x 2'-5"), one facing centre ave (18'-4" x 3'-10"), and one facing parking structure (16'-7" x 3'-5") | $22,000 | [BDA-2025-10605](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2025-10605/) | | Nov 18, 2025 | Alteration or repair | | $179,900 | [BDA-2025-11259](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2025-11259/) | | Nov 14, 2025 | New building | Installation of pre-engineered hood suppression system in 3 new type i hoods in grocery store kitchen | $5,000 | [SSP-2025-07149](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2025-07149/) | | Oct 6, 2025 | Alteration or repair | | $90,000 | [SSP-2025-03762](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/SSP-2025-03762/) | | Oct 2, 2025 | Fire systems | New evacs system as part of complete alteration of existing grocery store as part of new grocery tenant fit-out | $44,500 | [FAS-2025-06144](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/FAS-2025-06144/) | | May 20, 2025 | Mechanical (HVAC) | Alterations to ductwork, mechanical units, exhaust systems, refrigeration sytems, and cooking hood with mau as part of complete alteration of existing grocery store for new grocery tenant fit-out | $575,000 | [MP-2025-00452](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/MP-2025-00452/) | | May 20, 2025 | Electrical | New distribution panels, wirining, power, and lighting as part of complete alteration of existing grocery store for new grocery tenant fit-out | $1,080,000 | [EP-2025-00451](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-00451/) | | May 16, 2025 | Alteration or repair | Complete alteration of existing grocery store including new entrance as part of new grocery tenant fit-out | $649,000 | [BDA-2025-00538](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2025-00538/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 34 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 21 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 29, 2026 | [5932 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5932-centre-ave/) | 450 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/) | 570 ft S | 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 | [320 Spahr St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/320-spahr-st/) | 810 ft S | Alteration or repair | | $10,883 | [BDA-2026-08692](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-08692/) | | Sep 22, 2026 | [5878 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5878-ellsworth-ave/) | 380 ft S | 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/) | 450 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/) | 450 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/) | 830 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/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [319 Spahr St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/319-spahr-st/) | 820 ft SE | Alteration or repair | | $51,509 | [BDA-2026-07566](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07566/) | | Jul 23, 2026 | [251 S Saint Clair St #12](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/251-s-saint-clair-st-%2312/) | 750 ft NW | 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/) | 750 ft NW | 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/) | 750 ft NW | 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/) | 750 ft NW | 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/) | 900 ft W | 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/) | 900 ft W | 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/) | 830 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 26, 2026 | [5838 Baum Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5838-baum-blvd/) | 410 ft NW | Demolition | Demolition of existing 1 story bank | $16,980 | [DP-2021-13381](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/DP-2021-13381/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [245 S Saint Clair St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/245-s-saint-clair-st/) | 780 ft NW | Alteration or repair | | $7,617 | [BDA-2026-04378](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-04378/) | | Jun 9, 2026 | [633 College St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/633-college-st/) | 930 ft 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/) | | May 19, 2026 | [5830 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5830-ellsworth-ave/) | 950 ft SW | 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/) | 830 ft S | Electrical | | $200 | [EP-2025-09289](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2025-09289/) | | May 1, 2026 | [5938 Baum Blvd](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5938-baum-blvd/) | 890 ft 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/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 13 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 30, 2026 | [5743 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5743-ellsworth-ave/) | 0.25 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 | [351 Lehigh Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/351-lehigh-ave/) | 0.24 mi SE | Electrical | Installation of an 18kW generator with a 150amp ATS | $12,840 | [EP-2026-05551](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05551/) | | Sep 10, 2026 | [6000 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/6000-centre-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Electrical | Alterations to existing electrical system including new power and updates to existing communication antention system (related to bda-2026-06793). | $72,500 | [EP-2026-05122](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05122/) | | Sep 3, 2026 | [6000 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/6000-centre-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | Alterations to an existing office including new partitions, doors, and finishes in a 3-story existing building (occupancy under 19-b-00386). | $63,620 | [BDA-2026-06793](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-06793/) | | Aug 31, 2026 | [369 Spahr St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/369-spahr-st/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | | $6,961 | [BDA-2026-07876](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-07876/) | | Aug 11, 2026 | [145 S Highland Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/145-s-highland-ave/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | | $8,500 | [EP-2026-05237](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-05237/) | | Jul 28, 2026 | [5743 Ellsworth Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5743-ellsworth-ave/) | 0.25 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/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [5824 Alder St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5824-alder-st/) | 0.21 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 24, 2026 | [217 Amber St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/217-amber-st/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | | $28,792 | [BDA-2026-05359](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-05359/) | | Jun 2, 2026 | [5836 Penn Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5836-penn-ave/) | 0.24 mi N | Electrical | | $300 | [EP-2026-02017](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/EP-2026-02017/) | | May 6, 2026 | [220 Amber St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/220-amber-st/) | 0.23 mi NW | Alteration or repair | | $27,602 | [BDA-2026-03863](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-03863/) | | May 5, 2026 | [6000 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/6000-centre-ave/) | 0.21 mi E | Alteration or repair | | $66,025 | [BDA-2026-03757](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/permit/BDA-2026-03757/) | | May 4, 2026 | [5818 Alder St](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5818-alder-st/) | 0.22 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/) | ## More on this street Other addresses on Centre Ave with permits, nearest house number first: - [5873 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5873-centre-ave/): newest permit Mar 23, 2026 - [5869 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5869-centre-ave/): newest permit Nov 3, 2025 - [5850 Centre Ave #800c](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5850-centre-ave-%23800c/): newest permit Mar 20, 2026 - [5932 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5932-centre-ave/): newest permit Sep 29, 2026 - [5819 Centre Ave #101](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5819-centre-ave-%23101/): newest permit Sep 9, 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 - [5990 Centre Ave](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5990-centre-ave/): newest permit Apr 8, 2026 - [5765 Centre Ave #635](https://nearbypermits.com/pittsburgh/address/5765-centre-ave-%23635/): newest permit Oct 2, 2025 - [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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