During a period of four years, the Allegheny County Health Department found hundreds of housing code violations at two troubled McKeesport properties. But—in that time—the department has only collected a small amount in fines.
In some cases, tenants have been living with leaks, infestations and failed heating systems, even after multiple inspections.
90.5 WESA’s Kate Giammarise, along with Rich Lord of Public Source, has been reporting this story. Kate spoke with 90.5 WESA's Christopher Ayers about the problems tenants have faced.

What The Allegheny County Health Department Found At Two McKeesport Properties

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What The Allegheny County Health Department Found At Two McKeesport Properties

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