Building Department
Phone330-626-6069
Fax
330-626-6067
Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Building Department Staff:
| Building Director | Ron Marusiak (Acting) |
| Commercial Plans Examiner | CT Consultants, William Gallagher |
| Building Inspector | Dave Petrie |
| Electrical Inspector | Ron Marusiak |
| Plumbing Inspector | Dave Petrie |
| Building Clerk | Chris Gomula |
Back-up Inspectors:
Electrical: Tim Marusiak
Plumbing: Elwood Howitt
The City of Streetsboro Building Department was established in 1993 to assist with the massive development taking place in the city.
The purpose of the Building Department is to oversee both commercial and residential construction.
The City requires that all contractors and subcontractors doing work in the city be registered. Residents hiring contractors to do work on their property are encouraged to call the Building Department to inquire as to whether or not their contractor is registered. Residents may also visit the Building Department and ask for a list of registered contractors when looking to have work done on their property.
Make sure the contractor you are hiring is registered with the City of Streetsboro. All contractors are required to be registered with the City of Streetsboro if they are doing work in the city. A registered contractor will have a copy of their Liability insurance on file with us as well as a $10,000 performance bond. Their registration also lists references. You may call the Building Department to verify the contractor you have chosen is registered with the city. A list of registered contractors is available in the Building Department.
Plan your project carefully. If you know what you want done and can clearly explain it, you’re less likely to misunderstand instructions or encounter cost overruns.
All building permit applications can be obtained in the Building Department or they can be accessed through our website: www.cityofstreetsboro.com.
The contractor or the homeowner may apply for the permits. All permit applications for the project must be submitted together.
When the permits have been approved and are ready to be picked up, the homeowner or the contractor will be contacted with the amount due on the permits.
If the contractor has applied and paid for the permits, the homeowner has the right to ask for a copy of the permits.
Permits may be picked up Monday thru Friday 8am – 4pm.
Permits may be paid for by cash or check.
What is required for your project.
The Building Department will require 2 sets of drawings for your project.
The drawings should include specific details about what is being done and what materials are going to be used.
All applicable permits applications need to be filled out together. (Building, Electric, HVAC and Plumbing)
The drawing will be given to the Building Director for review when all of the following requirements have been met:
A zoning permit has been issued. (If applicable)
All permit applications have been completed and submitted together
All Contractors listed on permit applications must be registered with the City of Streetsboro.
Frequently asked questions:
Do I need a permit for an accessory building?
If the structure is over 200 sq. ft. a building permit is required along with the zoning permit.
If the structure is under 200 sq. ft. a building permit is not required, however you will still need to obtain a zoning permit.
What is needed when building a new home?
4 – Topos, stamped by a surveyor
2 – Blueprints
Sewer permit or Septic permit
(obtained through Portage County Water Resources 330-297-3670)
Permit applications – Building, Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC (they must be submitted together)
Model Energy Code
Zoning application
Water permit (obtained at Service Dept. – 330-626-2856)
Mud Bond (obtained through Engineering Dept. 330-626-4942)
Well Permit, if applicable (obtained through Portage County Health Dept. – 330-297-3502)
All contractors and subcontractors must be registered with the city before the house plans will be submitted for review.
How long does it take for the review process?
Commercial review can take up to 3 weeks and are sent out to a 3rd party for review.
The average review time for residential projects can take 7-10 business days.
When should I call in my inspections?
All inspections should be called in to our office 24 hours in advance. We will not do same day inspections. There are some times during the year it may take 48 hours to get an inspection.
Does the City of Streetsboro require a Point of Sale inspection when a home is purchased?
No, the City does not require a Point of Sale inspection.
What do I need to build a deck?
First, you need to submit a zoning permit application and site plan to the Zoning department. The Building department needs a detailed drawing of the proposed deck including the dimensions, height from the ground and depth of the post-holes.
Do I need a permit to put up a fence?
If the fence is going to be over 6 feet tall a building permit is required.
A zoning permit is required if any part of the yard is going to be closed off.
Where can I obtain permit applications?
You may come into the Building Dept. to pick up permit applications Mon.-Fri. 8am-4:30pm
Or you can print them out from our website: www.cityofstreetsboro.com
Do you take credit cards?
No, we only accept cash or check. All payments must be made before 4pm.
There is a $44.00 fee for all returned checks.