Fairlawn, OH · Summit County
Flood Hazard Area Development Permit Application
Property owners, builders, and developers use this application to request a permit for proposed development in an identified flood hazard area.
What this form is
Use this application to request a development permit for work in an identified flood hazard area under Fairlawn’s flood damage reduction regulations. It asks for owner and builder details, the site address, proposed work, and construction values for certain improvements. Applicants must attach a location map and site plans, and may need additional supporting materials depending on the project.
Who needs it
Property owners, builders, or developers proposing construction or other development in an identified flood hazard area should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; its required site plans and other listed supporting materials are attachments, not notarized statements.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Flood Hazard Area Development Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Application
Provide owner and builder details, the development site address, proposed work information, and applicable construction values.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include a location map and site plans; add other project materials listed in the application when applicable.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed application and attachments to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Who uses the Flood Hazard Area Development Permit Application?
- Owners, builders, and developers proposing development in an identified flood hazard area use this application to request a development permit.
- What should I attach to the application?
- Attach a location map and site plans drawn to scale. Depending on the proposed work, the form also lists additional analyses, drawings, and supporting materials.
- Do I need a notary for the Flood Hazard Area Development Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary. Required site plans and other listed supporting materials are attachments, not notarized statements.
- How do I submit the application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Flood Hazard Area Development Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Fairlawn form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.