21 West Washington St.
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
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Phone: 440-247-5050
Fax: 440-247-2082

Harry Edwards,
Building & Zoning Inspector
As of April 22, 2010 this law is in effect:
New EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule information
ABR meets the 1st. first and 3rd. third Tuesday of the month at 8:30 AM in the Council Chambers located at Village Hall, 21 W.Washington Street.
Submission deadlines for ABR: additions, exterior alterations, new dwellings, demolitions, There is a (20) day for submission deadline prior to the Tuesday meeting.
Submissions for for signs, fences, requires (11) day for submission deadline.
Occupancy Permits:
Are required for all retail, Office, and Commercial areas, before opening for business, and must be approved by the Zoning and Fire Departments.
Signage:
A permit is required for all Signs and awnings and have to be cleared for zoning and approved by ARB before being installed, this includes window signs.
No Banners or portable signs are permitted. Temporary signs for new business are permitted, contact the Zoning Department for information.
The Village contracts with Waste Management for residential trash pickup only. For commercial properties, it is the responsibility of the property owner to hire out for private trash removal.
Construction:
Permits required for all construction that involves alterations, additions and or repairs. Permits are also required for Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC. Contact the Village Building and Zoning Department for further information.
Any exterior changes has to be approved by the Village ARB.
Hours of Construction are from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Snow Removal:
It is the tenant or property owners responsibility to have ice and snow removed from sidewalks.
If you have any further questions please feel free to contact me at 440-247-5050 or stop by Village Hall. You may also send an email if you wish.
The Village of Chagrin Falls is a participating community in the of the Heritage home loan program sponsored by Cuyahoga County Treasurer. The Cleveland Restoration Society and KeyBank administer the program to assist owners in the restoration of older and historic homes.
Free Technical Assistance is offered as well as;
For more information or to see if your house qualifies contact Kerry Adams at (216) 426-3116 or visit the Cleveland Restoration Society Website
http://www.clevelandrestoration.org/HomeownerPrograms/hhlp.htm