1 Public Square
Willoughby, OH 44094
440.951.2800

Home & Yard Maintenance

Aprons

Driveway aprons located in the city right-of-way; however, the responsiblility of aprons falls to property owners. Contact the Building Dept 953-4118, to secure permission for changes or improvements.

Block Party

To arrange for approval and barricade delivery call 953-4111.

Concrete

The City contracts annualy with a concrete contractor for voluntary concrete improvements. Free estimates for the replacement of city sidewalks and aprons may be arranged for through the Service Department. Call 953-4111.

Digging

Call the Ohio Utility Protection Service 800-362-2764 at least 48 hours before digging for utilities locations.

Drainage Ditches

All premises shall be graded and maintained to prevent the accumulation of stagnant water. No owner or occupant of any premises shall cause any natural watercourse, drainage ditch, creek, brook, culvert, or drain located upon the premises to become obstructed with leaves, or other debris so that water flow is hindered. Call 953-4111 for more information.

Lot Cleaning

The City Code requires property owners to keep yards and vacant lots free of trash, debris, overgrown grass and weeds. For more information, call 953-4207 or 953-4134.

Noxious Weeds

City code classifies uncut grass measuring 8” high as noxious weeds. Call Service 953-4111 to report violators. Arrangements will be made for mowing at property owner’s expense.

Point of Sale Inspection

City ordinances require property inspection prior to the sale of real estate or the transfer of property title. Sewer connections, city sidewalks and smoke detectors are the areas of required inspection. To schedule an inspection or to learn more detailed information call 953-4111

Sewer (Waste Water) Service

Residents are billed for this service quarterly as part of their Lake County Dept. of Utilities utility bill. Sewer usage is based upon water consumption. Willoughby maintains the sewer system within its own city limits. Residents with sewer problems should call 953-4111. After normal business hours, contact Willoughby Police at 953-4217.

Sidewalks and Driveways

All sidewalks and aprons within the public right-of-way shall be kept in a proper state of repair. If they pose a possible danger to public health and safety, they will need to replaced. The city can provide a licensed contractor, however the cost is the responsibility of the homeowner.

Water Service

Water in Willoughby is provided by the Lake County Dept.of Utilities. Direct your water related questions to the Water Dept. at 942-6901.