The Building Division is located at: Twinsburg Government Center 10075 Ravenna Road Twinsburg, Ohio 44087 Phone: 330.963.6270 Fax: 330.963.6285 Hours of Operation: May thru September: 7:30am - 4:30pm October thru April: 8:00am - 4:30pm

Russell Rodic
Building Commissioner

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The Building Division provides for building permits, contractor registration, building construction inspection, housing point-of-sale inspection, investigates complaints related to zoning or property maintenance issues, Board of Zoning Appeals and Architectural Review Board scheduling. This Division operates under the supervision of the Chief Building Official, Mr. Russell Rodic.

PERMITS.
This Division issues permits for new construction, building additions and alterations as well as for a variety of other purposes. The Ohio Residential One, Two and Three-Family Dwelling Code has been adopted and establishes rules for fabrication, construction and enlargement of residential structures. The Ohio Building Code provides the rules for fabrication, construction and enlargement of non-residential structures. Other codes applicable in Twinsburg are the National Electric Code and the International Property Maintenance Code. A listing of permits to be obtained is provided below.

Signs ♦ Fences ♦ Additions / alterations ♦ Any electrical, mechanical, plumbing or structural ♦ Siding / roofing ♦ Accessory structures (decks, pools, sheds, etc.) ♦ Road opening permits ♦ New A/C condensers ♦ Grading and site clearance♦ Demolition ♦ Lawn irrigation systems ♦ Retaining walls (> 30” in height) ♦ Satellite dishes over 24” dia. ♦ Fireplaces ♦ Foundation waterproofing ♦ House moving ♦ Asphalt ♦ Sewer

CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION
All contractors intending to work in the City of Twinsburg must be registered in the Building Division on an annual basis. Property owners should make sure their contractor is registered and that appropriate permits have been secured. Contractors are required to provide a performance bond and show evidence of proper insurance. Forms for contractor registration may be accessed by clicking this link.

HOUSING POINT OF SALE INSPECTION
Twinsburg operates a point-of-sale inspection of single-family residential properties. This inspection covers exterior elements of the property and is conducted referencing standards of the International Property Maintenance Code’s Chapter 3 – General Requirements.   The purpose of the inspection is to encourage adequate property maintenance and to preserve property values in the community. It is important to schedule an inspection well in advance of the sale so that deficiencies may be addressed and/or corrections negotiated prior to closing. An application for Point-of-Sale Exterior Inspection may be accessed by clicking this link.

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
Inspections are required as part of the building permit process.   Inspections may be scheduled by calling the inspection voice mail number, 330-656-4817. When scheduling an inspection please provide the following: 1) the type of inspection requested (electrical, foundation, plumbing, etc.), 2) the sublot number or street address and name, 3) the name of the builder or contractor, and 4) the date and time for the inspection. Inspections will be completed during normal Building Division hours (7:30 am to 4:30 pm) unless other arrangements are made with the Division.

INVESTIGATION OF ZONING OR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE ISSUES
The Division accepts phone calls or written complaints related to property maintenance and/or zoning concerns. When filing a complaint you will be urged to provide your name and phone number so that you may be advised of the status of any investigation or action taken. Building Division policy is to not disclose the name of the complainant. Complaints may be filed by calling 330-963-6270 or by email to rrodic@twinsburg.oh.us.

ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
This Board is responsible for review of plans for new construction affecting the exterior of buildings or structures and for the review of all sign permit proposals. The Board’s review is confined to building design, scale, materials of construction and compatibility with adjacent uses. No building permits are issued until the Architectural Review Board has taken action to approve these design elements. The Board meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month except for holidays. Property owners should be prepared to submit professionally drawn plans illustrating proposed improvements along with samples of materials and colors to be used in the improvement. Architectural Review Board application may be accessed by clicking this link.

BOARD OF ZONING AND BUILDING CODE REVIEW
This Board provides a venue to hear and decide on appeals and variances. Any individual may appeal a decision of Planning Commission, Architectural Review Board, or Building Official where it is alleged that an error in interpretation or determination has been made affecting the applicant. A Board of Zoning Appeals application may be accessed by clicking on this link.

Permits Issued for Exterior Improvements