Minimum bonding and insurance requirements must be met in order to be a registered contractor in the City of Mentor. Minimum requirements include evidence of liability for bodily injury and property damage in the amount of $1,000,000. A $100 registration fee is also required for each trade. The City requires […]
Mentor’s Code of Ordinances addresses this topic. Each house and building shall bear the identification of the address in numeric form. The minimum size of number on the house or building is four inches. If the house or building is located between 61 and 100 feet from the road right-of-way […]
The Mentor Code of Ordinances states that “Lawns and landscaping shall be kept from becoming overgrown and unsightly —.” And “Any growth of weeds or grass to a height greater than eight (8) inches on average” is considered rank vegetation. High grass complaints should be reported to the Code Enforcement […]
No. It is against the law to possess, discharge or sell fireworks in Mentor. The city does hold an annual Fourth of July celebration on July 4th with a professional fireworks display at Civic Center Park.
A summary of ordinances and programs that are most commonly encountered by citizens can be found on the Ordinances webpage; to view the complete Codified Ordinances click here.
A guide has been developed to help residents understand when a permit is required. “Before You Build: A Guide to Residential Permits” also explains and simplifies the process of obtaining and scheduling the required inspections. Technical questions can be directed to the city’s Chief Building Official.