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Zoning Permits
Applying for a permit can be a little confusing, so we created this handy Zoning Permit Quick Reference Chart to help break down what permits you will need for any given project:
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What Permit(s) Do I Need? |
Zoning Permit | Building Permit |
Site Plan |
Notes |
| Accessory Structure (<200 sq feet) | ✓ | ✓ | Like sheds, garages, pavilions, gazebos | |
| Accessory Structure (>200 sq feet) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Must also include construction plans |
| Addition | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Must also include construction plans |
| Deck | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Must also include construction and possible building permit |
| Demolition | ✓ | ✓ | See application for additional requirements | |
| Flatwork / Private Property | ✓ | ✓ |
Driveway, Sidewalk, Patio - Flatwork Specs |
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| Flatwork / Right-of-Way | ✓ | ✓ |
Sidewalk - Apron - Flatwork Specs |
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| Fence | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Some applications may also require building permit |
| Fire Alarm / Suppression / Sprinkler System | ✓ | ✓ | Contact Lake County for additional requirements | |
| Lawn Irrigation | ✓ | Contact our Water Department for additional requirements | ||
| New Construction | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Must also include construction plans |
| Parking Lots | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Pavement Cut / Curb Cut | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Repairs / Renovations | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | May also require construction plans and building permit |
| Renewable Energy System | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
See application for additional requirements / See "Solar Panels" under https://www.painesville.com/green |
| Roofing Repair / Replacement | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Must also include construction plans |
| Roofing Tear-Off / Reshingle | ✓ | No more than 2 layers of shingles permitted | ||
| Signs | ✓ | ✓ | See sign code, may also require building permit | |
| Swimming Pool / Hot Tub | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | See Lake County for electrical permit |
| Utility Structure | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Vinyl / Aluminum Siding | ✓ | Loosen and refasten of electrical services (box & entry cable) should only be completed by a licensed and qualified electrician | ||
| Waterproofing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | May require site plan and permit from Lake County |
| Window Replacement | ✓ | ✓ | Must include construction plans / No permit required for like-for-like |
Engineering & Building Permits
- Building Permits - All building permits go through the Lake County Building Department
- Certificate of Appropriateness - For any work done in a Design Review District or Historic District
- Grading / Clearing / Excavation Permit - Painesville Engineering Department
- Grading / Clearing / Excavation Permit (Erosion & Sediment Control) - Painesville Engineering Department
- Parking Lots - For commercial or industrial use
- Pavement/Curb Cut Permit - Painesville Engineering Department
- Sewer Permit - Painesville Engineering Department
- Temporary Tents and Canopies - Lake County Building Department
Other Permits
Registrations
- Contractor Registration Form
- Home Occupation Registration Form
- Garage Sale Registration Form
- Rental Property Registration Form
- Vacant Property Registration Form
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