Building Department

Residential Permits

Building Permits
Building Permits are required for all building construction, including accessory structures such as: decks, pools, sheds, porches, enclosures, roofing, siding, etc. Permits are obtained through Solon's Building Department. Forms can also be downloaded and filled out to submit to the Building Department. Applicants for accessory-type structures need to provide three copies of the construction drawings, consisting of a site plan showing where the structure will be situated on the property and the distance from all property lines. Plans must also show how the structure will be built (materials used, etc.). See Building and Housing Code.

Roofing Permit
Siding Permit

Fences
If you are planning on installing, altering, or relocating a fence, a permit is required. Residential fences may not exceed six feet in height. Fences in the front yard may be only a split rail type being four feet high. Once submitted, the plan review procedure takes approximately seven working days. Also see Ord. Chap. 1286

Fence Permit

Garage Sales
A permit is required for a garage sale, and it can be obtained for a $5.00 fee in the Building Department. The City has an ordinance restricting garage sale signs in residential areas. Garage sale signs are permitted only on the property where the sale is being held. They may not be posted at any street corner, on tree lawns, or utility poles. Also see Ord. Chap. 820

Garage Sale Permit

Signs
Contact the Building Department directly to see what the sign standards are for your particular need.

Political Signs
Political signs are permitted for a period of no more than thirty days before and ten days after an election. The signs may not exceed nine square feet per lot and shall not be placed on any property without the owner's consent. The signs may not be placed on any public property, public right-of-way, utility poles, bridges, or bridge abutments.