We work with developers who propose to construct, reconstruct, or modify a public sewer, water main, or associated public infrastructure such as hydrants, catch basins, and valves through a process called the Private Construction of Public Facilities (PCoPF).
To start the discussion with us, schedule a pre-development meeting. At this meeting, requirements will be addressed in detail.
General Requirements
In general, the following are required:
- New infrastructure must be located in a public right-of-way (ROW). If proposing new infrastructure in a new ROW, it must be dedicated to the City of Pittsburgh. Applications start with the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure.
- All infrastructure will be constructed at the developer's expense.
- Installation must follow Pittsburgh Water Standard Details and Technical Specifications.
- A development agreement between applicable parties must be executed.
- All required documentation must be submitted before commencing construction.
- No new dead-end waterlines are permitted. The line must be looped.
- Pittsburgh Water must be on-site for inspections at intervals established by Pittsburgh Water.
- Street opening, traffic obstruction, and PennDOT HOP permits must be obtained by the developer if required.
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Specific requirements are outlined in Section 8 of our Developer's Manual.