Ravenna, OH · Portage County

No notary required

Historic District Project Application

Property owners submit this application to seek review of a project in Ravenna’s historic district, including proposed construction, alterations, demolition, or signage.

What this form is

Use this application to request review of a project in Ravenna’s historic district. The form asks for project and property details, owner and tenant contact information, and yes-or-no responses about design and application requirements; instructions list supporting plans, drawings, photos, and other materials based on the project type.

Who needs it

A property owner seeking review of a historic district project, or a tenant involved in one, can provide project details on this application.

How to submit it

Complete the application in accordance with the City of Ravenna Building and Housing Code, Design Review District instructions. Return it to the Building Official at 530 North Freedom Street, Ravenna, OH 44266.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the form asks for the building owner’s signature and date and mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Historic District Project Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in the project and property details, then respond to the questions on the form.

  3. 3

    Gather Project Materials

    Use the project requirements to prepare any applicable site plans, drawings, photos, or signage information.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Building Official

    Return the completed application to the Building Official at 530 North Freedom Street, Ravenna, OH 44266.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Historic District Project Application for?
It collects project and property information for review of work in Ravenna’s historic district, including construction, alterations, demolition, and signage.
What materials may need to accompany the application?
The instructions list project-specific materials such as site plans, building elevation drawings, signage plans, and photos. Check the requirements for your project type on the application.
How do I submit the Historic District Project Application?
Complete the application and return it to the Building Official at 530 North Freedom Street, Ravenna, OH 44266, as directed in the form instructions.
Do I need a notary for the Historic District Project Application?
No. The application calls for the building owner’s signature and date but does not require notarization. It mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.

Need something notarized?

This Historic District Project Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Ravenna form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.