Question 1

Alcohol

Accepted Answer

A person is guilty of a misdemeanor of the 3rd degree if he/she represents himself to be 21 years of age to a licensed dispenser of alcohol. A person is guilty of a summary offense if he is younger than 21 and tries to purchase, consume, or transport any alcohol.

Question 2

Anti-Noise

Accepted Answer

There is a 24 hour a day restriction on any noise that can be heard 50 feet from its origination.

Question 3

Bicycles

Accepted Answer

They are considered vehicles in PA so follow the same laws as cars. They cannot be ridden on the sidewalks. Night riding requires a light that can be seen from 500 feet and a red rear reflector.

Question 4

Disorderly Conduct

Accepted Answer

Actions such as unseemly noise, indecent language, public urination, damaging public or private property, and prowling may carry fines. Serious cases can be prosecuted as misdemeanors.

Question 5

Fireworks

Accepted Answer

Fireworks cannot be used in the borough.

Question 6

Garbage and Recycling

Accepted Answer

All garbage and recycling must be placed in the proper containers and kept at the rear of the property. Garbage and recycling may be be placed at the curbside no earlier than 6:00 pm the day before pick-up, and empty containers must be removed by 11:00 pm the day of pickup.

Additional information can be found on our Garbage & Recycling webpage.(https://www.indianaboro.com/garbage-recycling)

Question 7

Grass and Snow Care

Accepted Answer

For properties off-campus, the occupants are responsible for cutting the grass and clearing the sidewalk. Grass that is higher than 6.0 inches is in violation, and snow/ice on sidewalks must be maintained free of hazardous conditions at all times.

Question 8

Indoor Furniture

Accepted Answer

Cannot be placed outside for use as outdoor furniture.

Question 9

Leash Laws / Nuisance

Accepted Answer

Dogs must be on a leash at all times while on others’ property in the borough. All defecation must be cleaned up from public and private property.

Question 10

Property Inspection

Accepted Answer

Indiana Borough reserves the right to inspect any non owner-occupied property between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Question 11

Property Nuisance

Accepted Answer

If offenses continue at the same location requiring an excess of police and/or code enforcement services, the property is considered a nuisance property. The host must pay the costs and fines for the first and second offense occurring within 6 months of the second one, the host and/or owner can be assessed the costs of the services and fines.

Question 12

Rollerblading

Accepted Answer

Rollerblading or skateboarding is not allowed on Philadelphia Street between 5th and 9th streets. Elsewhere, use the sidewalk yielding to pedestrians.

Question 13

Street Signs

Accepted Answer

It is unlawful to deface or steal signs.

Question 14

Street Signs

Accepted Answer

It is unlawful to modify, deface or steal signs.

Question 15

Parking

Accepted Answer

Parking over the sidewalk is illegal if blocking the sidewalk. Parking on the grass is prohibited except by permit from the borough office. Parking with the left wheel on the curb or against the flow of traffic is illegal.
 
In private lots, it is the civil right of the lot owner to tow any illegally parked vehicle parked in their lot. Two unpaid parking violations can lead to the possibility of your vehicle being “booted.”
 
A permit for your car is needed to park on the signed streets of Indiana Borough. Either you or your landlord is responsible for obtaining this permit. Please call the Parking Office at 724-465-4280 or visit their office at 650 Water Street to obtain a permit.

Borough of Indiana

Indiana County, PA

General Ordinances

Have a question about Indiana Borough Ordinances? Here's a general overview of the Ordinances that most affect your daily life.

General Ordinances

Have a question about Indiana Borough Ordinances? Here's ​a general overview of the Ordinances that most affect your daily life.

Have a question about Indiana Borough Ordinances? Here's a general overview of the Ordinances that most affect your daily life.