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Pittsburgh City Council

Council Is Ready to Suspend the Program Allowing for the Purchase of Neighboring Lots for $200.

Written by Chris Maury

  • The existing Side-Yard program allowed city residents to purchase city-owned lots for $200 with the limitation that they could not build on the property.
  • After council discussions across multiple meetings, the Council could not come to a consensus on the future of the program; for example, whether it should be limited to adjoining property owners.
  • The Council has decided to suspend the program until a more fully defined alternative can be agreed upon.
  • Residents can still purchase properties from the city, but without the discount or restrictions.

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City Council · October 22, 2024

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