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Elizabeth Township's budgets and audits are posted here. GENERAL FUND BUDGETS 2026 General Fund Budget 2025 General Fund Budget 2024 General Fund Budget 2023 General Fund Budget 2022 General Fund Budget 2021 General Fund Budget Proposed 2019 General Fund 2018 Township Budget 2017 General Fund Budget 2016 General Fund Budget 2015 General Fund Budget FIRE COMPANIES COMPLIANCE AUDITS 2021-2023 - Blaine Hill VFC Relief Association Audit 2019 - Buena Vista Compliance Audit 2019 - ET Fire Dept. Compliance Audit 2019 - Greenock Compliance Audit 2018 - Blaine Hill VFC Compliance Audit 2018- Buena Vista VFC Compliance Audit 2018 - Central VFC Compliance Audit TOWNSHIP AUDITS 2024 GAAP Audit Report 2024 DCED Audit Report 2023 GAAP Audit Report 2023 DCED Audit Report 2022 GAAP Audit Report 2021 GAAP Audit Report 2020 GAAP Audit Report 2017 DCED Audit Report 2016 DCED Audit Report 2014 Audit ENERGY AUDITS 2020 Energy Assessment 2020 Energy Inventory 2020 Utility Billing Review BUDGETS AND AUDITS SANITATION BUDGETS 2026 Sanitary Budget 2025 Sanitary Budget 2024 Sanitary Budget 2023 Sanitary Budget 2022 Sanitary Budget 2021 Sanitary Budget 2018 Sanitary Budget

Want to be a part of our team? Click here to see what's available! OPEN POSITIONS BUILIDING AND GROUNDS LABORER - ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP UPDATED 3/26/26 AT 8:45 AM Elizabeth Township is seeking a full-time Maintenance (Building & Grounds) Laborer to assist with the maintenance of township buildings, parks, and public spaces. This position involves work related to building maintenance, property upkeep, groundskeeping, and assisting with seasonal operations and township events. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in maintenance, facilities, groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field preferred. Hourly rate: $28.00 per hour, plus medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and participation in the Township retirement plan. Applicants must live in Elizabeth Township or be able to relocate within one year, possess a high school diploma or GED and a valid PA Driver’s License, must be at least 21 years of age, and must pass a pre-employment drug screening. Interested persons should submit a resume by April 15, 2026, to tfirda@elizabethtwppa.com . Job Description

Elizabeth Township is a municipality located in Allegheny County. This website offers a variety of information and resources for our residents. Welcome to Elizabeth Township Board of Commissioners Administration Police Department Public Works Code Enforcement Sanitation Tax Collection WHO WE ARE WHO WE ARE Elizabeth Township lies between the shores of the Youghiogheny and Monongahela Rivers with a population of roughly thirteen thousand people, encompassing nearly twenty-three square miles in the southeastern section of Allegheny County. Elizabeth Township was formed from a part of Rostraver Township and was originally part of three counties: Bedford, Westmoreland, and Allegheny. This area was included in the large tract of land that was granted to the Penn family by King Charles II in 1681. In 1788, Allegheny County was formed and Elizabeth Township, named in honor of Elizabeth Bayard, wife to the founder of Elizabeth Village, was incorporated as one of its original seven townships. Some villages located in Elizabeth Township are Boston, Greenock, Buena Vista, Industry, Blythedale, Blaine Hill, Mt. Vernon, Victory, and Central. Elizabeth Township is home to the Great Allegheny Passage Trail. A trail for all seasons that follows the scenic Youghiogheny River along the former Pittsburgh and Lake Erie (P&LE) Railroad. The trail’s gentle grade, smooth surface, isolation from motorized traffic, and inherently scenic landscape offers visitors of all ages and levels of physical ability magnificent settings where they can safely walk, jog, cross country ski, or bicycle. The main access areas of Boston Park, Buena Vista, and Blythedale provide parking, benches, toilets, drinking water, bike racks, visitor information, picnic pavilions and security lighting. River access and historic interpretation signs are provided at key points along the trail. For more information and maps, please visit: www.gaptrail.org 2026 MEETING LINE UP *All meetings to take place at the Municipal Building at 7:00 pm unless otherwise noted* January 5th - Commissioners Meeting (7:30pm) 19th - Workshop Meeting February 2nd - Commissioners Meeting 16th - Workshop Meeting March 2nd - Commissioners Meeting 16th - Workshop Meeting April 6th - Commissioners Meeting 20th - Workshop Meeting May 4th - Commissioners Meeting 18th - Workshop Meeting June 1st - Commissioners Meeting 22nd - Workshop Meeting July 6th - Commissioners Meeting 20th - Workshop Meeting August 3rd - Commissioners Meeting 17th - Workshop Meeting September 14th -Commissioners Meeting No Workshop Meeting October 5th - Commissioners Meeting 19th - Workshop Meeting November 2nd - Commissioners Meeting 16th - Workshop Meeting December 7th - Commissioners Meeting 21st - Workshop Meeting POPULAR LINKS Business Directory Community Center Fee Schedule Open Positions Property Sale Requirements Fall 2025 Newsletter Stormwater and MS4 Efforts Township Ordinances

Our administrative team is here to answer any questions and direct you to the appropriate department. Staff JESS GRONLUND Assistant Township Manager jgronlund@elizabethtwppa.com 412-751-2880 JOYCE CRAFT Administrative Assistant jcraft@elizabethtwppa.com 412-751-2880 Ext. 1026 JAIME MONTGOMERY Administrative Assistant jmontgomery@elizabethtwppa.com 412-751-2880 Ext. 1014 Open Positions Want to be a part of the team? Click here to see what positions we have available. Business Hours ADMINISTRATION Our Administrative staff is equipped and ready to assist you in various areas. We are more than happy to assist with any questions and requests! Our Administrative staff is available on Mondays - Thursdays from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Fridays from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Property Sale Information Buying or selling a property in Elizabeth Township and not sure of the requirements? Don't sweat it! Click here to be directed to a step-by-step guide of the requirements. Fee Schedule Click here to view our current fee schedule. Business Directory Township Ordinances Click here to view our Township Ordinances. Make sure to check with the Code Enforcement officer prior to beginning any projects! Supporting local businesses is important! Click here to view an Elizabeth Township Business Directory. Keep in mind this was last updated in 2020. TAMMY FIRDA Township Manager tfirda@elizabethtwppa.com 412-751-2880 Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

All township applications and forms can be found here. Selling a Property in Elizabeth Township Dye Test & Sewer Lien Letter Occupancy Application Additional Information APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION Vacation Home Check Accident/Incident Report Request Business Emergency Contact Form Fraud Report Form Police Ball Fields Rental Policies Rental Application Hold Harmless Agreement Miscellaneous Door-to-Door Sales Application Overweight Load Application Street Opening Application Military Banner Military Banner Replacement Military Banner Additional Yard Signs Commercial Building Permit Application Commercial Electrical Permit Application Deck Application Fence Application Grading, Clearing, Excavating Application Mechanical Plumbing Permit Application Occupancy Application Permanent Signage Application Rental Registration Application Rental Occupancy Application Residential Building Permit Application Commercial Building Permit Application Residential Building Permit Application Occupancy Application Zoning Certificate Application Residential Electrical Permit Application Subdivision & Land Development Application Swimming Pool Application Temporary Signage Application Tenant Registration Form Vacant Property Recovery Program Violation Appeal Request Application Wall Application Zoning Certificate Application Zoning Hearing Board Appeal Application Elizabeth Township Code Applications Elizabeth Borough Code Applications Community Center Rental Application Packet Special Request Application Recreation Amusement Device Application Fireworks Permit Application Open Burning Application Open Burning Fact Sheet Open Burning Information Open Burning Complaint Sanitary Tap-In Application & Specs Tax Tax Exemption Application Fee Schedule Township Fee Schedule Rental Properties Rental Registration Application Tenant Registration Form

Our Code Enforcement Department is here to ensure your project goes smoothly and codes are followed throughout the Township. The Elizabeth Township Code Enforcement Department serves both Elizabeth Township and Elizabeth Borough. Code Enforcement ensures that codes and ordinances, particularly related to zoning, building, and property, are being followed. Township and Borough regulations place various restrictions on the use of property, and the location of all improvements and additions to property including but not limited to pools, decks, sheds, fences, home additions, etc. If you are considering improvements or alterations to your home, property, or business, please contact the Code Enforcement Department at 412-751-2880 option 2 to discuss your plans to determine if any permits or approvals are required. CODE ENFORCEMENT Occupancy Permits are required prior to anyone moving into an apartment, home, or business. These permits are issued after a township home inspection at the time of sale. Elizabeth Township requires Zoning Permits when adding an accessory structure to your property (swimming pool, shed, deck, fence, detached garage, etc.) or altering an existing accessory structure. Zoning permits are also required before any building permits are issued by the township. Elizabeth Township participates in the National Flood Insurance Program that makes flood insurance available to our residents. As a condition of participating in the National Flood Insurance Program, the Township has adopted a Floodplain Ordinance that restricts development in a identified floodplain and requires a review and permit for ALL work done within a floodplain. The Floodplain Ordinance also sets requirements for construction and development within a floodplain including elevations and flood-proofing. We would like to remind you about the requirements for a review and permit for all work in an identified floodplain. This includes: improvements or additions to structures, accessory structures such as fences, sheds, and detached garages. Many projects within a floodplain would require an appeal and a variance from the Township’s Floodplain Ordinance at a public hearing conducted by the Zoning Hearing Board. Please always check to see if a permit is required prior to starting any work in a floodplain. Also please note that storage of various items are regulated within a floodplain and no fill is permitted to be placed within a floodplain. If you are not sure if you are living in a floodplain, you can check your address by using the following link to the Federal Emergency Management Agency flood map service center: FEMA Flood Map You can also contact the Code Enforcement Department by calling 412-751-2880 option 2. THINGS TO KNOW FLOODPLAINS ZONING SITE PLAN EXAMPLES When you submit a zoning permit, a site plan is required so we can ensure you are placing your structure within the appropriate set backs. Below shows examples of what we are looking for in a site plan. A great place to start would be the Allegheny County Real Estate portal for approximate lot lines. Please be advised, that we may require an actual survey depending on the project. ZONING AND PLANNING BOARDS Zoning Hearing Board Planning Commission The Zoning Hearing Board consists of five members appointed by the Board of Commissioners for four-year terms. The Board's primary function is to hear cases requesting variances from the provisions of the zoning ordinance and floodplain regulations and determinations of the Zoning Officer. The Zoning Hearing Board meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm. MEMBERS LARRY VOTA - CHAIR Term Ends: 12.31.27 ED FAGAN Term Ends: 12.31.29 KEITH KELLY Term Ends: 12.31.29 RUSSEL VERBANEC Term Ends: 12.31.27 CHARLES SMITH Term Ends: 12.31.26 The Planning Commission is a five-member commission, appointed by the Board of Commissioners, responsible for short and long term planning within the Township. The Planning Commission reviews subdivision plans, rezoning requests, new and amended zoning ordinances and makes recommendations to the Board of Commissioners. The Planning Commission meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm. MEMBERS KATHIE FAWCETT - CHAIR Term Ends: 12.31.26 MARK PATRICK Term Ends: 12.31.28 DAVID MACIOCE Term Ends: 12.31.27 TARA KITE Term Ends: 12.31.29 EMIL BURAK Term Ends: 12.31.26 Zoning Map Each property in Elizabeth Township belongs to a certain zoning district. Depending on the zoning district, different uses and regulations apply. Researching the appropriate codes is good practice before applying for a zoning permit, but please also confirm the zoning district and acceptable uses with the zoning officer prior to beginning any project. Click here to search which zoning district a specific property belongs to. When you click a property on the map, a link to the appropriate zoning ordinances can be found in the pop-up. International Property Maintenance Code Click here to view our adopted property maintenance code. ROB VITOUS Code Enforcement Officer rvitous@elizabethtwppa.com 412-751-2880 Ext. 1011 Staff APPLICATIONS The Elizabeth Township Code Enforcement Department is responsible for all permits in Elizabeth Township and Elizabeth Borough. The applications are slightly different. Please make sure you are filling out the application for the correct municipality. All applications and payments are to be dropped off or sent to the Elizabeth Township Municipal Building located at 522 Rock Run Road Elizabeth, PA 15037. Elizabeth Township Applications Elizabeth Borough Applications Commercial Building Permit Application Commercial Electrical Permit Application Deck Application Fence Application Grading, Clearing, Excavating Application Mechanical Plumbing Permit Application Occupancy Application Permanent Signage Application Rental Registration Application Rental Occupancy Application Residential Building Permit Application Click here to view our Township Ordinances. Make sure to check with the Code Enforcement officer prior to beginning any projects! Township Ordinances Click here to view Elizabeth Borough's Zoning Ordinances. Make sure to check with the Code Enforcement officer prior to beginning any projects! Borough Ordinances We all love a good camp fire, but there are regulations that come along with it. Click here to make sure you are complying with Allegheny County's open burning rules. Open Burning Fact Sheet Elizabeth Township has partnered with Hera Property Registry, LLC to administer its Foreclosure Property Registration program. In order to comply with the Ordinance, all Mortgagees/Trustees must register online via HERA Property Registry and pay a registration fee. Hera’s Customer Support contact information: Email: vpro@heraregistry.com Phone: (321) 234-5303 Foreclosure Registration Commercial Building Permit Application Residential Building Permit Application Occupancy Application Zoning Certificate Application Residential Electrical Permit Application Door-to-Door Sales/Food Vendors Subdivision & Land Development Application Swimming Pool/Hot Tub Application Temporary Signage Application Tenant Registration Form Vacant Property Recovery Program Violation Appeal Request Application Wall Application Zoning Certificate Application Zoning Hearing Board Appeal Application CHARLIE HUDSON Building and Zoning Department Administrative Assistant chudson@elizabethtwppa.com 412-751-2880 Ext. 1013

Elizabeth Township owns and rents out a community center with three different buildings to fit your gathering needs. Address COMMUNITY CENTER 429 Duncan Station Road Elizabeth TWP, PA 15135 The Community Center is located at the old Girl Scout Camp: Camp Youghahela. The Township bought it in 2014. Contact Information There are no staff members who work directly out of the community center. To reserve the community center or ask a question, please call: 412-751-2880, Option 3 or stop by the Municipal Bulding during normal business hours. Community Center rentals are on a first come, first serve basis! Buildings are able to be reserved 1 year from the date of your rental. For example, if you want to reserve a rental on June 6th 2023 (Tuesday) the earliest you can reserve it is on June 6th 2022 (Monday) starting at 8:00 am. If the day you want to book the following year falls on a Saturday (example: you want to book Saturday June 10th, 2023), you may reserve it starting at 8:00 am on Friday June 10th, 2022. If the day you want to book the following year falls on a Sunday (example: you want to book Sunday June 11th, 2023), you may reserve it starting at 8:00 am on Monday June 12th 2022, because we are closed on the weekends. All forms along with a $100.00 security deposit are due within 5 business days of the date the hold was placed. If the buildings are left in good condition after your rental, your $100.00 security deposit will be returned the day after the next commissioner's meeting. If you do not turn in your security deposit and required forms within 5 business days, you will lose your hold and someone else will be able to rent the buildings for that day. Please turn in the following documents ("Rental Application Packet" on the bottom bar) along with your security deposit: Rental Application Hold Harmless Rental Agreement Special Request Form (If applicable) *Note - the freezer and a few of the ovens are not currently working in Building 3. We are working to remedy this issue as soon as possible, and will update once the repairs have been made. Sorry for any inconvenience. EMAILS REQUESTING RENTAL RESERVATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED! ONLY PHONE CALLS AND IN-PERSON BOOKINGS ARE ACCEPTED STARTING AT 8:00 AM. JUST BECAUSE YOU COME TO THE BUILDING AT 8:00 AM THE DAY YOU WANT TO BOOK THE FOLLOWING YEAR DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY RECEIVE THE RENTAL. IF SOMEONE CALLS TO MAKE A RESERVATION BEFORE WE CAN HELP YOU AT THE COUNTER, THEY ARE ENTITLED TO THE RENTAL, AND VICE VERSA. GRADUATION SEASON IS EXTREMELY BUSY AND ALL THE BUILDINGS ARE IN HEAVY DEMAND, SO PLEASE BE PATIENT WITH US. DETERMINING WHO GETS THE RENTAL DEPENDS ON WHO CALLS/SHOWS UP FIRST. *The Elizabeth Township Board of Commissioners reserves the right with reasonable notice to waive fees at their discretion. Requests must be submitted in writing. Elizabeth Township residents receive a discount if they show proof of residence at time of application. A 50% fee reduction for rental fees only is offered to all non profit organizations that provide 501c3 tax exempt status documentation (must be provided with application). If you would like to reserve a date or if you have any other questions, please feel free to give us a call at the Municipal Building at (412) 751-2880 Option 3. Security Deposit: $100 Refunded upon clean-up of the facility Must be paid within 5 business days of booking to secure requested date Alcohol Permit Fee/Liability Waiver: $100 / Per Day / Per Building If having alcohol Hourly Rental: $35 per hour (2 hour minimum) + Security Deposit Hourly rentals are Monday through Friday only. Please check availability. Scout Troop Rentals: $100 From 10:00 am – 12:00 pm the following day Entire Complex One Day Rental (10:00 am - 11:00 pm) Resident - $775 Non Resident - $925 Building #1: One Day Rental (10:00 am - 11:00 pm) Resident - $225 Non Resident - $275 Sleepovers (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Resident - $75 Non Resident - $100 Pricing Building #2: One Day Rental (10:00 am - 11:00 pm) Resident - $200 Non Resident - $250 Sleepovers (10:00 am - 12:00 pm) Resident - $75 Non Resident - $100 Building #3: One Day Rental (10:00 am - 11:00 pm) Resident - $300 Non Resident - $350 Rental Application Packet Special Request Application Click here to download the special request application. Special requests include DJs, Bounce Houses, etc. These items come with an additional fee and may require proof of insurance. If you'd like to visit a take a look around, please call 412-751-2880, Option 3, so we can arrange a time for you to pick up the keys from the municipal building. BUILDING 2 BUILDING 3 Click here to download the rental application packet. This packet along with the $100.00 security deposit is required within 5 business days of your hold to confirm your reservation. BUILDING 1 Unguided Tour *Photo Disclaimer: photos are not representative of actual decorations or furniture as decorations are the sole responsibility of the renter.

Elizabeth Township is a member of the 45th Senatorial District and the 39th Legislative District. Elizabeth Township is a member of the 45th Senatorial District and the 39th Legislative District. Our current leaders are Senator Nick Pisciottano and Representative Andrew Kuzma. Senator Pisciottano Offices LOCAL LEADERS Up BACK TO RESIDENT RESOURCES SUPPORT FROM OUR LEADERSHIP Senator Nick Pisciottano's and Representative Kuzma's offices are able to provide constituents with a variety of resources and support including property tax/rent rebate services, vehicle services, and more! A representative from Senator Pisciottano's office is on site at the Elizabeth Township Municipal Building the second Tuesday of every month from 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm for support. Monroeville Office One Monroeville Center 3824 Northern Pike, Suite 1015 Monroeville, PA 15146 Phone: 412-380-2242 McKeesport Office Public Safety Building 201 Lysle Boulevard, Suite 100 McKeesport, PA 15132 Phone: 412-664-5200 Harrisburg Office 460 Main Capitol Building Senate Box 203045 Harrisburg, PA 17120 Phone: 717-787-5580 https://pasenatornick.com/ Senator Nick Pisciottano Representative Andrew Kuzma Representative Kuzma's Offices Pleasant Hills Office 491 E. Bruceton Road Pleasant Hills , PA 15236 Phone: 412-382-2009 Staff: Linda Book Dave Montgomery Harrisburg Office 159 East Wing House Box 202039 Harrisburg, PA 17120-2039 Phone: 717-260-6122 https://www.repkuzma.com/

Already spoke to an officer and want a copy of your report? Submit your request here. REPORT REQUEST FORM First name* Last name* Address* Phone* Email* Please identify each of the documents that are subject to the request. You must identify these documents with sufficient specificity so that we can ascertain whether we have these documents and how to locate them. Note if you would like report emailed. * Upload any documents/photos that are relevant to the matter. Upload File(s) Cost of Report* Police Report $15.76 I agree that the above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge* I agree Submit *Please note that you are required to pay for the report at the time of the request. If we determine that no report exists for your request, you will be reimbursed. The prices below include an online payment convenience fee. If you are unable to pay online, please come to the municipal building during normal business hours to fill out a request form and pay via cash, money order, or check. Police reports will not be processed without payment.

See a street light that is not working? Report it here. STREET LIGHT OUTAGE FORM Please use this form if you encounter a street light that is non-functional/is out. Note that West Penn Power comes out during the day to make fixes, so it is important to be specific about where the pole is, because they will not be able to see the light not working during the daytime. Many poles have numbers on them; these numbers are the best way to ensure the correct street light is being addressed. When possible, PLEASE include the pole number when you fill in the form. Example of Pole Numbers First name* Last name* Address* Phone* Email* Please put the address(es) that are nearest to the street light outage, and when possible, include the pole number.* Upload any documents/photos that are relevant to the matter. Upload File(s) Submit

Fill out this form if you have questions or concerns regarding your sewage bill or other sewage related items SEWAGE SUPPORT FORM Please fill out the below form for Sewage support. First name* Last name* Address* Phone* Email* Please describe your question, comment, concern, or need for support in as much detail as possible.* Upload any documents/photos that are relevant to the matter. Upload File(s) Submit

Fill out this business emergency contact form in case of an emergency. BUSINESS EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM Business Name* Business Website Address* Business Phone* Business Email* Business Hours* Alarm Company Name (If Applicable) Alarm Company Phone (If Applicable) Alarm Type External Audible Silent/Duress Fire Co2 Other Security Cameras? Yes No Cleaning Company Name (If Applicable) Cleaning Company Phone (If Applicable) Emergency Contact Name* Emergency Contact Phone* Emergency Contact Address* Add Additional Contact? Yes No Please provide any information on Hazardous Materials stored at your business location. You may also include any other information you believe would be helpful to the police or other emergency personnel. Submit If you are a local business, please fill out this form so we can better assist you in case of an emergency. BUSINESS EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM