Fairlawn, OH · Summit County

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Residential Deck Safety Inspection Application

Fairlawn homeowners use this application to request a city inspection of a residential deck and receive a written report about its condition.

What this form is

This application lets a homeowner request a Fairlawn Building Department inspection of a deck at the stated project address. It asks for the project address, owner and applicant contact details, and a signature granting staff permission to enter the property and inspect the deck. The city provides a written report; the homeowner is responsible for repairs, and a building permit application and fee may be required in certain cases.

Who needs it

A Fairlawn homeowner who wants the city to inspect a residential deck for observable structural hazards or deterioration 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 without a notary; the applicant simply signs and dates it on the form.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Residential Deck Safety Inspection Application.

  2. 2

    Complete The Form

    Enter the project address, owner and applicant contact details, and sign and date the request.

  3. 3

    Check For Attachments

    The application does not list any attachments to gather.

  4. 4

    Submit To The City

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Residential Deck Safety Inspection Application request?
It asks Fairlawn Building Department staff to inspect a deck’s structural integrity, including railings, steps, joists, posts, and foundation, and provide a written report.
Who should complete this application?
The applicant or homeowner requesting a deck safety inspection should provide the project address, owner and applicant contact information, and a signature.
Do I need a notary for the Residential Deck Safety Inspection Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Residential Deck Safety Inspection Application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Residential Deck Safety Inspection Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Fairlawn form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.