Division of Housing & Building

12650 Detroit Avenue
Lakewood, Ohio 44107
(216) 529-6270   
Fax: (216) 529-5930
E-mail: housing.building@lakewoodoh.net		 Link to City of Lakewood official site
Project Administrator for New Lakewood- Ed Fitzgerald
 - 529-6297
Building Commissioner- Charles Barrett - 529-6280
Assistant Building Commissioner for Commercial Buildings- Dan Russell - 529-6278
Assistant Building Commissioner for Residential Housing- Eric Pelot  - 529-6285
The Division of Housing & Building issues permits covering any alterations, repairs or new construction, contractor registration and licensing and housing licenses, as well as permits for peddler and/or solicitor's licenses. The Division administers general tests for plumbing, HVAC and electrical licenses. It inspects all structures in the City either by mandatory inspection or upon request. The Division accepts variance applications for the Board of Zoning Appeals, Board of Building Standards and Architectural Review Board.
Home Improvement Guide
City of Lakewood Home Improvement Guide Excerpts		 Building Dept. Frequently Asked Questions
about home remodeling, repair, and permit requirements,
plus contractor registration and street zoning table.
Building Dept. Frequently Asked Questions
We strive to keep information as up-to-date and accurate as possible. However, we recommend that you contact the Division for official versions.
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