Who must file the Vacant Building Registration?

Owners must register vacant residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. If an owner lives beyond a 45-mile radius of New Philadelphia, the owner must appoint a property agent, manager, or caretaker within that radius.

When must I register a vacant building?

The document says vacant buildings must be registered within 90 days, or within 30 days if the Code Administrator has given notice.

Do I need a notary for the Vacant Building Registration?

No. The form has no notary block; the property owner or representative signs and dates the certification.

New Philadelphia, OH · Tuscarawas County

No notary required

Vacant Building Registration

Owners use this form to register vacant residential, commercial, or industrial property with the City of New Philadelphia and provide property and contact information.

What this form is

The City requires vacant buildings to be registered within 90 days, or within 30 days after notice from the Code Administrator. The form collects the property address, parcel number, vacancy date, owner and lien-holder contacts, and property agent information when applicable. It also includes a fee schedule and a certification covering property upkeep, security, inspections, and annual renewal.

Who needs it

Owners of vacant residential, commercial, or industrial buildings must register the property and appoint a nearby agent, manager, or caretaker if they live beyond the stated radius.

How to submit it

Send the registration to the City of New Philadelphia, 150 E High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663. Make checks payable to the City of New Philadelphia.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the property owner or representative signs and dates the certification.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Registration
Download the Vacant Building Registration and review its fee schedule.
2
Complete Property Information
Enter the property address, parcel number, vacancy date, and requested owner, agent, and lien-holder contact information.
3
Sign And Date
The property owner or representative signs and dates the applicant certification.
4
Send It To The City
Send the form to 150 E High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663, with a check payable to the City of New Philadelphia.

Frequently asked questions

Who must file the Vacant Building Registration?: Owners must register vacant residential, commercial, and industrial buildings. If an owner lives beyond a 45-mile radius of New Philadelphia, the owner must appoint a property agent, manager, or caretaker within that radius.
When must I register a vacant building?: The document says vacant buildings must be registered within 90 days, or within 30 days if the Code Administrator has given notice.
Do I need a notary for the Vacant Building Registration?: No. The form has no notary block; the property owner or representative signs and dates the certification.
How do I submit the Vacant Building Registration?: Send it to the City of New Philadelphia at 150 E High Avenue, New Philadelphia, OH 44663. Make checks payable to the City of New Philadelphia.

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