Building & Zoning Department
Zoning Code and Regulations | Recent Zoning Updates | Rates and Fee Schedule | Contractor Registration | Building Permit Process |
Barbara Knisely was hired in November 2006 and has nearly 20 years of previous government experience, working for the cities of Maumee and Bowling Green before coming to Whitehouse. Please feel free to call or e-mail Barb at bknisely@whitehouseoh.gov with any questions.
Building Permits: As of September 1, 2010, the Village
of Whitehouse has contracted with the City of Maumee for all Building Department
related matters. Maumee personnel will conduct all plan reviews,
inspections and the issuance of all building permits.
As in prior years, plans and permit requests can be dropped off at Village Hall
and they will be forwarded to Maumee for the paperwork to be completed. If
they prefer, homeowners and contractors can take plans directly to Maumee if
they have specific questions or need help with the plans.
Prior to beginning any building project, please call our Chief Building Official
at 419-897-7075 to check on the permit process or to ask specific questions.
Zoning Permits: The Village of Whitehouse will continue
to handle all zoning matters, as was done in the past. If you have
questions concerning the zoning classifications of certain properties or if you
have a zoning violation complaint, please contact Barbara Knisely at
419-877-5383 and she will be happy to assist you. When changes are made to
our zoning code, building permit fees, or regulations, residents will be
notified through our quarterly Village “Hometown News” newsletter and on the
Village web site.
Contractor Registration: In late 2007, the Village of
Whitehouse passed legislation requiring all contractors to be registered with
the Village before they are issued any type of permits. With this
information, we are able to provide a list of contractors to residents or
business owners who would like to hire a reputable company. Each
contractor is required to provide complete information concerning their business
and they are checked through the Better Business Bureau to see if complaints
have been filed against them. This is a great tool to assist our residents
before allowing a contractor into their home.
Exterior Property Maintenance Code
Parking & Storage of Vehicles Regs (07/10)
Definition of Structure (07/10)