Pittsburgh Zoning
C3 Zone in Pittsburgh, PA
C3 zoning district rules in Pittsburgh, PA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
Commercial District— Regional Commercial
The C3 zone in Pittsburgh, PA is a commercial district (Regional Commercial). Permits large-scale retail and commercial uses serving a regional market area. Often applied to major shopping centers, auto malls, and regional service clusters.
Common Permitted Uses
- Regional shopping centers
- Auto dealerships
- Big-box retail
- Hotels
Permits large-scale retail and commercial uses serving a regional market area. Often applied to major shopping centers, auto malls, and regional service clusters.
Parking Requirements
Varies by use and zone — reduced requirements in transit corridors (East Busway, West Busway).
Source: Pittsburgh Code of Ordinances Title 9, Article 1 — Zoning; PLI Permit Division. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source
Last updated: April 6, 2026