Building Department
3801 Harvard Avenue

Interim Building Commissioner
Kristine Pagsuyoin
216-641-4654
kpagsuyoin@newburgh-oh.gov

Building Department Assistant
Jessica  Coleman
​216-641-2716
jcoleman@newburgh-oh.gov

Inspector
Jason Monaco
216-641-4654
jmonaco@newburgh-oh.gov

Certified Building Official
Anthony Carbone

News & Updates
Tech Talk
Getting Your Porch Spring-Ready

It may not feel like it's Spring - but we're all itching to use our beloved outdoor spaces! 
Here are a few simple tips to transition your porch from winter to warmer months. Proper maintenance and care will help to keep these       
character-defining features in pristine condition.

• Completely empty the porch. Sweep and lightly mop or hose the floor surfaces to remove salt and other residue from the porch floor.
• Remember to keep plants elevated above the wood deck, allowing water to flow along the porch grade and into the yard. Eliminate opportunities for water to sit under the pots and deteriorate floor boards.
• Remove all screens and wash windows on enclosed porches to brighten up the space.
• For assistance in assessing structural repairs or other maintenance issues, feel free to contact the Heritage Home Program to schedule a free site visit! To schedule, call Yasmin at 216-426-3103 or Charles at 216-426-3107.

Source: Heritage Home Program, Cleveland Restoration Society

 
Eyesore Properties
From time to time, residents or business owners in Newburgh Heights may fail to keep their property in proper living or working conditions. Many underlying reasons can cause such conditions. It is the job of the Building Department to help identify unsafe conditions and to assist the property owners in correcting any violations.

To report an issue with a property please fill out the form below. 

Review Village Building Code  HERE!

Building Department Forms

Housing and Rental Properties 
2018 Rental License Application 
2018 Registration of Vacant Dwelling Structures              
Selling/Buying a Home
2018 Point of Sale Application
2018 Assumption of Violations by Purchaser

Contractors
2018 Contractor License Registration   

Permits
2018 Building Permit Application
2018 Concrete Permit Application                         
2018 Electrical Permit Application                      
2018 Fence Permit Application         
2018 Fire Hydrant Application                        
2018 HVAC Permit Application                             
2018 Plumbing Permit Application                     


​Building Department Applications may be mailed to:
3801 Harvard Avenue
Newburgh Heights, OH 44105
Att: Building Department

Or, email,
kpagsuyoin@newburgh-oh.gov 



2018/2019 Rental Registration and Inspection of  Rental Units
Recently, the Village of Newburgh Heights updated Codified Ordinance, Chapter 1353, Registration and Inspection of Rental Units. As per Village Ordinance, all rental property owners in the Village of Newburgh Heights, are required to obtain a Rental Permit in order to maintain a rental property.

The most significant change to current property owners is that as of April 17, 2018, Rental Permits are required to be renewed every other year instead of annually. The renewal date for a Rental Permit obtained in 2018 for 2018/2019 will be 2020 by March 31st.

Remember,

• A registration fee is required whether or not the property is occupied/rented or unoccupied/not-rented or rented without financial compensation from the tenant/occupant.
• A copy of your insurance policy, issued by a reputable insurance company, insuring the structure up to its full replacement value is required. A Rental Permit will not be issues without proof of insurance.
• Rental Inspections are required and conducted every two years OR upon change of tenant(s). A property owner may refuse consent to a rental inspection. The Village of Newburgh Heights may seek an administrative search warrant to inspect the subject property upon refusal of a rental inspection.
• Call the Building Department Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm to schedule your Rental Inspection within 30 days of submitting an application for a Rental Permit.

Following are the required fees to obtain a Rental License in the Village of Newburgh Heights and required Rental Inspection:

Rental Registration and Inspection of Rental Units
 $150.00 per unit. The fee includes the rental inspection
Owner occupied rental properties do not pay a fee for the unit of residence.
*All fees are non-refundable

Please complete the application (one for each property) and return/mail it to Building Department with check made payable to the Village of Newburgh Heights. Do not send cash. Currently, we are unable to accept credit cards payments. You may contact The Building Department to verify current or outstanding fees. Properties delinquent property taxes after March 31, 2018 are ineligible for a Rental Permit in the Village of Newburgh Heights. 
                    

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Heritage Home Program
If your home is 50 years old or older, this may be just the program for you! The Heritage Home Program (HHP) offers free home repair and maintenance technical assistance, personalized site visits, and access to as low as 1.4% fixed-interest financing over a 7-10 year term. To schedule a free site visit or to learn more about qualifying for the low-interest loan, contact HHP staff at 426-3116 or HHP@heritagehomeprogram.org.  You can also visit the Program’s website at http://www.heritagehomeprogram.org/ to get more information.
 
Technical Assistance
The Heritage Home Program is available to owners of homes that are 50 years and older.   Specialists working for the Program answer home maintenance and rehab questions and provide an impartial opinion – one that doesn’t include trying to sell a product or service. This advice is absolutely FREE. This component of the Heritage Home Program is what sets it apart from other programs of its kind. Now any homeowner wishing to do work on their older home can have the help and answers they need in order to get the project done properly.  We urge you to take advantage of the following FREE services:
• Site visits to answer home repair, improvement and maintenance questions.
• Advice about increasing energy efficiency.
• Contractor Resources
• Evaluation of contractor bids and estimates.

Loan Interest Loans and Home Escrow Programs
Qualified homeowners also have the option of obtaining a low-interest, fixed-rate Heritage Home Program loan, with rates as low as 1.4% for up to 10 years!  There are no maximum income restrictions.  The owner just needs to have good credit and sufficient equity in the home to support the loan.  There are no points involved with the Heritage Home Program loan and the interest is tax deductible!  Or, home owners may deposit into escrow with the Heritage Home Program funds to cover costs of the projects while receiving the benefits of having an experienced Home Heritage Program representative oversee the construction or repair process. Eligible Projects include:
• Exterior and interior painting
• Kitchen and bath improvements
• Compatible additions
• Roof repair and replacement
• Basement waterproofing
• Window repair
• Masonry repair
• Insulation
• HVAC upgrades
• And much, much more!

The Heritage Home Program loan is available for owners of residential properties of three units or less, regardless of whether the owner resides at the property. Homeowners receive custom construction specifications for exterior projects and Heritage Home Program staff is available from project start to finish!  Learn more or get started by contacting the Heritage Program.
 
Call 216-426-3116
Email: hhp@heritagehomeprogram.org
Website: http://www.heritagehomeprogram.org/