ABOUT STRONGSVILLE.
To some, it’s just a place on the map. To us, it’s home.
Strongsville is an energetic suburb in Cuyahoga County, Ohio with a population of about 45,000. When we say there’s something for everyone here, we mean it. With a world-class school district, state-of-the-art rec center, sprawling Metroparks, impressive shopping centers, and neighbors that feel like family, it’s a community we are immensely proud to be part of. Located about 20 minutes outside of Downtown Cleveland, you can experience the best of both worlds – easy access to one of the top metropolises in the world and the community-driven, hometown feel you’ve always dreamed of. Put quite simply, Strongsville is the ideal place to live, work and play.
If you’re considering a move to Strongsville, we urge you to visit us. We promise you’re going to love it here. Welcome home.
Learn more about Strongsville, Ohio and its many points of interest here.
Around Town.
Strongsville Requirements.
In addition to the Ledgewood Associations Covenants and Restrictions, The City of Strongsville has requirements for permits and building codes of which residents should be aware. We’ve included highlights below, but recommend that you visit The City of Strongsville’s website for the most accurate and complete information.
Permit Information
Information for permits, permit fees, applications, contractor registrations, adopted Building Codes, Strongsville Codified Ordinances, applications for the Board of Zoning Code Appeals and much more can be obtained online or by calling 440.580.3105.
Permits are an essential tool for ensuring the safe occupancy of all residential, commercial, or industrial structures and connecting infrastructure. Permits document that safety considerations have been addressed for the current and future owners, tenants and occupants of these structures. Permits expire one year from date of issue as long as construction is continuous.
Permit Fees
Permit fees vary in price and are updated semi-annually.
Estimated permit fees may be obtained here.
All projects require a review period.
Review periods will vary from project to project.
When Permits are Required
Before proceeding with the construction, enlargement, alteration, repair or removal of any building or other structure, or when modifications are made to the electrical, mechanical or plumbing systems, a permit shall first be obtained by the owner or agent from the Commissioner of Buildings. The application shall accurately reflect all work proposed and be accompanied by a complete set of plans and working drawings.
Posting Period Required
Before a permit is issued for the construction of a new structure and/or the enlargement of an existing structure, the premises for which such permit is to be used shall be posted for a period of ten days with a poster to be furnished by the Commissioner of Buildings.
Minimum 10 day posting/waiting period required for (partial sampling):
All new and additions to residential dwellings
All new and additions to commercial/industrial structures
Add or replace accessory structure
Add or replace garage or breezeway
Add or replace patio enclosure
New or replace deck
New or replace fence
New or replace shed
New or replace gazebo
New outdoor playhouse structure
Install an above or in ground pool, hot tub or whirlpool
Contractor Registration
All contractors are required to be registered with the City. Permits cannot be issued and work cannot begin until the registration is completed and approved.
Visit Strongsville.
The City of Strongsville
16099 Foltz Parkway
Strongsville, Ohio 44149