City of Altoona Department of Codes and Inspections

06/30/2026

For anyone who would need a place to stay cool.

06/26/2026

🏃 🇺🇸

🇺🇸 Start Your Fourth of July in Downtown Altoona! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The 53rd Annual Angie Gioiosa 4th of July Memorial Race returns on Saturday, July 4, with three ways to participate:

🏁 15K Run** — 7:30 AM
🏁 5K Run** — 8:00 AM
🚶 2-Mile Walk — 8:05 AM

The races begin near the historic The Mishler Theatre, with the finish line, awards and post-race celebration happening in Heritage Plaza.

📦 **Early Packet Pickup**
Friday, July 3 | 11:00 AM–6:30 PM
On the stage of the Mishler Theatre

Packet pickup will also include photo opportunities, theatre tours and special offers from participating Downtown businesses!

🍭 Young runners can join the **Lollipop Fun Run** following the main races.

Whether you’re running, walking or cheering from the sidewalk, come Downtown and help us kick off Independence Day together! 🇺🇸

Registration is available through the Blair Regional YMCA.

05/28/2026

Please see below regarding City services needed! Email for questions or to obtain more information 👇

05/28/2026

🚘 ‼️The City of Altoona is HIRING!!!‼️🚘

The City of Altoona is seeking a qualified and motivated professional to serve as a full-time Parking Manager. This leadership role is responsible for the strategic planning, daily operations, enforcement oversight, and financial management of the City’s parking system, including both on-street and off-street parking assets.
The ideal candidate will provide operational and administrative leadership while advancing the integration of modern parking technologies and best practices. The Parking Manager will act as the City’s subject matter expert on parking policy, operations, and program implementation, with a focus on enhancing customer service, maximizing revenue performance, and ensuring compliance with local ordinances and Pennsylvania authority law.
This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, as the Parking Manager will work collaboratively with City officials, governmental agencies, community stakeholders, and members of the public to support efficient and effective parking services throughout the City of Altoona.

Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent - Bachelor's degree highly desired or Two (2) years of related technical or college training in Business, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a closely related field; or two (2) years of related experience in a management, planning, policy development, program implementation, administration, transportation - Valid driver's license. City, Borough or authority experience in Pennsylvania.

Please visit https://www.altoonapa.gov/departments/hr/employment for more information and application.
The City of Altoona is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

05/27/2026

❗️NOTE: The Codes and Inspections office will be closing at 3:00 p.m. today, 5/27/26, for training purposes. If urgent assistance is needed, please call 814-949-2456. Thank you and we apologize for any inconvenience!

05/23/2026

Have an enjoyable and safe Memorial Day weekend! 🇺🇸

03/11/2026

03/06/2026

Don't forget to SPRING AHEAD this weekend and CHECK THOSE DETECTOR BATTERIES! ⏰

01/27/2026

❄️ City sidewalks must be cleared 24 hours after a weather event. If unable to clear, an 18-inch-wide path treated with salt or sand is acceptable. Our Code Enforcement Officers will be in all areas issuing Snow Removal door hangers and also sending Notices of Violation.
Let's keep our school children, walkers and residents safe. Thank you for your patience and assistance!

01/23/2026

❄️ Snow Emergency Declared See Information

Emergency Management Announcement - Winter Storm Fern - Snow Emergency Information. Thank you for your cooperation!