Did you know the city also has regulations for property maintenance? Properties are required to be kept in good repair and to obtain permit approvals. Failure to do so may result in violations being issued to your property to resolve the matter. Some of the regulations include, but is not limited to, work without a permit, tall grass, parking in the grass, structures in disrepair, parking of construction equipment, outdoor storage of materials and inoperable vehicles.
What if I received a notice of violation?
Contact the Planning Department as soon as possible to learn more about the violation and how it can be resolved. While our notices include information on the possible penalties that could be enforced, our goal is to have the violation resolved - not to issue penalties. However, failure to resolve the violation within a timely manner or lack of communication may result in further notices and issuance of fines or penalties.
Who do I contact if I have a zoning-related complaint to make?
The Zoning Inspector handles all zoning violations and complaints. You may call the Planning Department at (330) 689-2812, and we will log the complaint to schedule an inspection on the property to verify that there is a violation. You may also email the department at Planning@stow.oh.us to make a complaint. Below are some of the most common complaints of violations that the city receives: