Aprons
Driveway aprons located in the city right-of-way; however, the responsiblility of aprons falls to property owners. Contact the Building Dept 953-4118, to secure permission for changes or improvements.
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Block Party
To arrange for approval and barricade delivery call 953-4111. |
Concrete
The City contracts annualy with a concrete contractor for voluntary concrete improvements. Free estimates for the replacement of city sidewalks and aprons may be arranged for through the Service Department. Call 953-4111.
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Digging
Call the Ohio Utility Protection Service 800-362-2764 at least 48 hours before digging for utilities locations. |
Drainage Ditches
All premises shall be graded and maintained to prevent the accumulation of stagnant water. No owner or occupant of any premises shall cause any natural watercourse, drainage ditch, creek, brook, culvert, or drain located upon the premises to become obstructed with leaves, or other debris so that water flow is hindered. Call 953-4111 for more information.
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Lot Cleaning
The City Code requires property owners to keep yards and vacant lots free of trash, debris, overgrown grass and weeds. For more information, call 953-4207 or 953-4134.
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Noxious Weeds
City code classifies uncut grass measuring 8” high as noxious weeds. Call Service 953-4111 to report violators. Arrangements will be made for mowing at property owner’s expense.
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Point of Sale Inspection
Home inspections are performed on Thursdays and condominiums are inspected on Fridays. Someone has to be at the home while our techs are on site. This needs to be setup and paid for before the inspection can be scheduled. Payment can be cash or a check (made out to The City of Willoughby). A fire inspection also needs to be scheduled with the Fire Department to check for working smoke detectors. Call the Fire Dept at 440-953-4344 to set up an appointment. Please call 440-953-4111 if you have any other questions.
- Homes south of Vine are done between 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Thursdays
- Homes north of Vine are done between 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Thursdays
- Condominiums are done between 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Fridays
- Commercial/Industrial are set up to be inspected on Fridays
Below are the charges that might pertain to the owner's property:
- Base Charge - $50.00 (include smoke detector inspection)
- Sidewalk - $35.00
- Downspouts - $40.00 (when downspouts are going into the ground)
- Driveway Drain - $20.00
- Yard Drain - $30.00
- Sump Pump - $30.00 each
- Sanitary Flush Test - $15.00 (for each stack required to be tested)
- Water - $50.00 (required if premises do not include running water)
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Sewer (Waste Water) Service
Residents are billed for this service quarterly as part of their Lake County Dept. of Utilities utility bill. Sewer usage is based upon water consumption. Willoughby maintains the sewer system within its own city limits. Residents with sewer problems should call 953-4111. After normal business hours, contact Willoughby Police at 953-4217.
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Sidewalks and Driveways
All sidewalks and aprons within the public right-of-way shall be kept in a proper state of repair. If they pose a possible danger to public health and safety, they will need to replaced. The city can provide a licensed contractor, however the cost is the responsibility of the homeowner.
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Water Service
Water in Willoughby is provided by the Lake County Dept.of Utilities. Direct your water related questions to the Water Department at 440-918-3416.
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