Frequently Asked Questions.
Many times we get phone calls concerning some of these items. You may find the answers to you questions here in this section. If not, please feel free to call our office.
- Old Prescription Drug Disposal Information
- During what hours are the Borough Administration Offices open?
- How do I get rid of raccoons?
- How do I make a complaint about a Nuisance, Health or Code Violation?
- How do I contact the District Justice (Magistrate’s) Office?
- I need a POD or a DUMPSTER, Do I Need A Permit??
- Where do I apply for a dog license?
- How long will it take once my application is submitted to receive my permit?
- How much are Permit Fees?
- What do I need in order to apply for a permit?
- What is the Procedure for Roof Downspout Removal?
- What will I need to apply for a permit?
- When do I need a Permit?
- When do I need an inspection?
- Why do I need a permit?
- When is recycling picked up?
- Animal Control
- Can I hang our event sign on a Borough Fence?
- Can I rent the Pavilion at either Walter Panek Park or Park Rd. @ 8th St. ?
- Can I rent the Gazebo at P.J. Caul Park?
Old Prescription Drug Disposal Information
U.S. Department of Justice – Drug Enforcement – Office of Diversion Control has made it easy for you to find some place to dispose of your old unused prescription drugs. Here is the link. All you need to do it put in your zip code and it will give you the closest drop off point to you.
https://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/pubdispsearch/spring/main?execution=e2s1
During what hours are the Borough Administration Offices open?
Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, except for holidays and emergencies.
Offices are located at the Ambridge Municipal Complex
600 11th Street
Ambridge, PA 15003
Phone: 724-266-4070
How do I get rid of raccoons?
Got Critters
IF…. you have problems with non-domestic critters. This raccoons – squirrels – groundhogs – snakes – opossums – skunks – bats….and many more.
Contact Critter Control — Pittsburgh Area 724-775-5444 (Freedom) or 412-676-4067 (McCandless )
290 Blackswoods Rd. Freedom, PA 15042
For more information – see their website:
**Keep in mind that the Borough does NOT pay for this service. If you have “critter” problems there is a charge for their services.**
How do I make a complaint about a Nuisance, Health or Code Violation?
The Code Enforcement Department handles all issues dealing with Code Violations and Health Inspections
(Including but not limited to: high grass & weeds, garbage & trash, nuisances and public health issues).
For information or to make a complaint
contact the Borough Administration Office at 724-266-4070
For noise issues call the Police Non Emergency Number. 724-266-3270
How do I contact the District Justice (Magistrate’s) Office?
The District Justice’s Office for District 36-1-01 (Ambridge, Baden & Harmony Twp.) is located at 650 11th Street Ambridge, PA 15003.
Their office is near the Ambridge Police Department’s side of the Borough Building – but it is NOT located inside the Borough Building.
The phone number is 724-770-2000.
The Office hours are Monday – Friday
from 9:00am.-12:00pm. and 1:00pm – 5:00pm.
I need a POD or a DUMPSTER, Do I Need A Permit??
Yes, you do need a permit for BOTH POD or DUMPSTER. According to Borough Code §265-1 —a permit is required if you want to park it on a public street. If you are putting it on your driveway or property – no permit is required. If you want to park it on a public street – we need to make sure a Fire Truck or an Ambulance can get through – should the need arise. You can check our Borough Ordinance/Code at the link below. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter.
Where do I apply for a dog license?
Dog licenses are handled by the Beaver County Treasurer’s Office. Forms are available at Borough Administration Offices, or on the Beaver County Treasurer’s Office Web site at:
http://www.co.beaver.pa.us/Treasurer/dog.htm
Cats do not require a license.
How long will it take once my application is submitted to receive my permit?
Depending on which permit you are seeking, dumpster permit can be picked up withing 24 hrs. Building permits, however, take longer – the application for building permit must go to the Borough Engineers. Some of our permit applications can be found on our website under the heading of “PRINTABLE BORO FORMS”
What do I need in order to apply for a permit?
There are forms available in the Administration or the Code Enforcement office for permits, and many of our forms are on the “Printable Forms” section of our website.
What is the Procedure for Roof Downspout Removal?
Please click here to obtain instructions on removing downspouts from sanitary sewers
What will I need to apply for a permit?
Depends on what permit you are applying for, see the Code Enforcement Officer to answer this question.
When do I need a Permit?
The best way to know when you need a permit is to call the administration office and talk with the Code Enforcement Officer. He can advise you on your project.
When do I need an inspection?
Most of the time, you will need an inspection when you needed to apply for a permit. However, there are some permits that do not need inspections. The best way to decide if you need an inspection is to call the administration office or ask when you apply for the permit.
Why do I need a permit?
Mostly for safety reasons. We want to be sure that if you are doing the work yourself that it is a safe project that you are doing, or if you are having someone else do the work for you that they are proceeding safely.
When is recycling picked up?
Recycling services are provided by the Borough’s contracted refuse hauler. Recycling is picked up every week on your scheduled trash pick up day. You can click on the link for a printable calendar & restrictions.
Animal Control
Call our administration office at 724-266-4070. They can direct you to right person who would handle your situation.
Can I hang our event sign on a Borough Fence?
You must first get permission from Council to hang any type of sign on a Borough fence. Be sure to make your request in writing and it must be received at least 5 days PRIOR to a Council meeting (please check the calendar for meeting dates). Any signs hung without permission will be taken down without notice. Your sign must meet certain standards. Please take your sign down after the event. We can not store you sign for you. Any sign left more than 5 days after the event will be taken down and thrown away. Call the Borough office for details.
Can I rent the Pavilion at either Walter Panek Park or Park Rd. @ 8th St. ?
Yes. A permit is required for use of the Pavilion at Walter Panek Park or Park Road Pavilion.
The fees are:
Ambridge Resident — $30.00 for the permit and $20.00 Cleaning & Key Deposit
Non Resident — $45.00 for the permit and $20.00 Cleaning & Key Deposit
Deposits will be refunded if you leave the Gazebo CLEAN & Return the Key within 48 hours of the rental day.
Deposits will be returned to you via check in the mail within 5 days of the next Council meeting (following your event).
You may obtain a permit by contacting the Borough Administration Office at 600 11th Street or calling 724-266-4070.
Can I rent the Gazebo at P.J. Caul Park?
Yes, A permit is required for use of the Gazebo At P.J. Caul Park.
The fees are:
Ambridge Resident — $30.00 for the permit and $20.00 Cleaning
Non Resident — $45.00 for the permit and $20.00 Cleaning
Deposits will be refunded if you leave the Gazebo CLEAN
Deposits will be returned to you via check in the mail within 5 days of the next Council meeting (after your event).
You may obtain a permit by contacting the Borough Administration Office at 600 11th Street or calling 724-266-4070.