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Property Maintenance

  1. Can you recommend a contractor or repair person?
  2. How do I start a home construction project?
  3. A contractor took payment, but failed to perform the work. What should I do?
  4. How do I find property maintenance standards?
  5. How can I find someone to repair or replace original materials on my house?
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Building Permits

  1. Can I take out a permit and have a friend do the work?
  2. How do I obtain a permit?
  3. How much do permits cost?
  4. What types of projects require permits?
  5. Are drawings required?
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Plan Review

  1. What kinds of projects require approval from the Architectural Board of Review (ABR)?
  2. What is the Architectural Board of Review schedule?
  3. How do I get on the Architectural Board of Review meeting agenda?
  4. Do I need to submit drawings for my project? Do I need to hire an architect?
  5. How do I learn more about the plan review process?
  6. Will my project require a plan review?
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Loan & Grant Programs

  1. How does the City help seniors maintain their homes?
  2. Does the City offer grants to help pay for fixing housing code violations?
  3. What is the paint program?
  4. What services are available for landlords?
  5. How do I apply for tax abatement?
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  3. What recreation amenities are available to residents?
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  1. City of Shaker Heights
  1. 3400 Lee Road
  1. Shaker Heights, OH 44120
  1. Phone: 216-491-1400
  1. Fax: 123-456-7891
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