Knowledge Base

All new construction, additions, porches, decks, driveways and changes of use associated with property require a zoning permit and some may require a building permit from the Lake County Building Department. Check out this handy Zoning Quick Reference Chart to see what permits and requirements you may need. 

• Sheds, garages, pavilions, gazebos
• Additions
• Decks
• Demolitions
• Driveways, patios, sidewalks
• Fences
• Fire alarm or sprinkler systems
• Lawn irrigation systems
• New construction
• Parking lots
• Pavement and curb cuts
• Porch repairs
• Renewable energy systems
• Roofing
• Signs
• Swimming pools, hot tubs
• Vinyl/aluminum siding
• Waterproofing
• window replacements

All permit applications and forms can be found under Community Development Forms. For more information, contact us at the Community Development office at 440-392-5931.