Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there is a limited supply. One per household with proper identification.

Public records can be requested using this document.

You should contact the Law Department at 216.587.1978.

Please be ready to provide the following info:

• When the damage occurred
• The location of the pothole
• Damage to your vehicle

The Center is open from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. daily and closed on major holidays.

Yes. The Warrensville Senior Club is limited to residents in Warrensville Heights only.

The majority of our activities are open to both residents and non-residents; if the activity is limited to residents only, it will be stated in the informational materials.  

Residents can rent rooms at the Civic Center and the Clubhouse at the Chateaux of Emery Woods. You will need to sign a contract and provide your driver's license and current utility bill as proof of residency. 

The Senior Luncheon is the first Monday in May.

The Civic Center is located at 4567 Green Road. 

Rooms can be used for meetings, civic events, receptions, baby or wedding showers, anniversary celebrations etc. 

The clubhouse is located at 4570 Saint Germain Boulevard.

A permit is required for construction, addition, alteration (altering the structure with walls, beams, etc.), remodeling, replacement (hot water tank, furnace, AC unit), and demolition. A separate permit shall be obtained for signs, electrical work, plumbing work, heating appliances and any other equipment installation that is regulated by the Building Code.

A homeowners permit can be pulled for general construction such as roofs, decks, siding, concrete etc. All other trade permits must be pulled for electrical (except power restoration), plumbing, HVAC, and fire by licensed contractors. The homeowner who obtains their own permit is considered the contractor for the project and is responsible for making sure that all work is in compliance with applicable codes and ordinances and that all inspections are scheduled before work is concealed. All subcontractors must be registered with the city.

The city does not recommend or endorse contractors but we do maintain a list of all registered, licensed and bonded contractors for all trades.

 A permit is valid during the course of construction. If work is delayed or suspended for more than 6 months, or if the project is not completed within 1 year after issuance, then your permit approval is invalid. The city may grant one or more 90 day extensions of the permit if good cause is shown in writing.

It is suggested one should seek legal advice.

New permits are required to be secured by the new contractor. The cost of any new permit(s) is dependent on the level of completion. Upon request, the city will perform an inspection to record the progress and scope of work completion.

Contact the Building Department at (216) 587.1230 or stop in the Building Department located at 4743 Richmond Rd. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.

The city requires owners to submit a Certificate of Occupancy application for inspection prior to the dwelling becoming occupied.

The city requires owners to submit an annual Rental Registration application.

Owners must submit a Commercial Business Occupancy application for inspection prior to the business becoming occupied.

The city does not allow a business to be operated out of a home with the exception of licensed Type B Daycares and Group Homes.

A point of sale application must be submitted for inspection for both residential and commercial properties prior to the transfer of ownership.

The requires a hold of 150% for any outstanding violations not corrected prior to the transfer of ownership.

Yes, grass or noxious weeds 6” or more constitutes a violation.

The city does not allow any person to park, store or permit any trailer, manufactured home, recreational vehicle or similar conveyance to stand or remain upon any property in the city, except if it is kept in a garage or other similar and suitable structure upon such premises.

Yes. For more information contact Nicole Harris, Economic Development Director at 216-587-1136.

There more than 600 businesses located in the city.

Yes. We have three census tracts; 1881.04, 1881.05 and 1881.07 which represent 90% of the city parcels. There are development opportunities in the following zones: mixed use, retail, apartment, and commercial, single family and multi-family.

Economic Department or Building Service staff will be able to answer your questions in regard to permitted uses of land. Some uses are permitted 'by right,' which means that no special approvals are needed, while others may be 'conditionally permitted.' Conditionally permitted uses of land generally require Planning Commission review and approval. Contact Economic Development Director, Nicole Harris at 216-587-1136 for more information.

 Please contact Nicole Harris, Economic Development Director, or visit the available property search.

You must be a resident, have code violation(s) and submit an application. Contact Raymon Turner, Community Development Manager, at 216-587-1144 for more information.

Please contact the Nicole Harris by phone 216-587-1136 or email nharris@cityofwarrensville.com to schedule an appointment. The office is located at City Hall - 4743 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128.