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How can the City address vacant properties in my neighborhood?

If there are property maintenance violations at a vacant property, the City will go through the regular notification process whereby the legal owner is provided notice of the violation and given a date where compliance must be reached.

Are there restrictions on the parking of recreational vehicles on residential property?

Yes. The regulations can be found in Section 1145.13 of the Kettering Zoning Code. Recreational vehicles may be parked on residential property under the following conditions: Vehicles greater than 8 feet in height must be stored inside of a building. Vehicles less than 8 feet : Only in rear or side yards. Taller than 6′...

Can a City property maintenance inspector enter onto my property with or without my permission?

Code inspectors may enter privately-owned property when the owner gives their consent. An inspector may also conduct an inspection from a location where they are legally entitled to be such as the adjacent public sidewalk, streets and alleys. An inspector may enter onto private property to deliver notices or orders in connection to the enforcement...

What can I do if I disagree with the inspector’s decision about violations occurring on my property?

Anyone who has received a notice of violation has the option to appeal that decision. The City has a Property Maintenance Appeals Board who will hear their case and decide if the argument presented is valid.

What happens when a property owner does not comply with an order to address property maintenance violations?

The City tries to be flexible and work with people who are making a good faith attempt at addressing violations. On a case-by-case basis, compliance deadlines may be extended to accommodate those trying to address the violations. If a property owner fails to address the violations within the given timeframe, the owner will be prosecuted.

How long does it take to resolve a property maintenance complaint?

Each circumstance is different. When a notice of violation is issued, it must include a compliance deadline. If compliance is not achieved by that time, the inspector may take the next step, which may involve prosecution through the municipal court system.

How do I report a potential property maintenance violation?

Online: Share a Property Maintenance Concern Or by Phone: The City maintains a Property Maintenance Hotline that is accessible 24 hours every day. The phone number for this hotline is 1-937-296-3286. During regular office hours, you can contact the Planning & Development Department at 1-937-296-2441.

How long is the permit valid, and when is it closed?

The permit is valid for six months from the time of issuance or the date of the last approved inspection, whichever is most recent. Expired permits require renewal or re-issuance with additional fees. The permit is closed when the final inspection is completed and the work is approved for compliance with the applicable codes. The...

How do I know what inspections are required?

The required inspections are listed on the permit. See Inspections for details.

When can I start work?

You may begin work immediately after the permit is issued and fees are paid. Emergency repair/replacement (i.e., water heater, furnace) can proceed as long as the application is submitted immediately.

How and when do I pay for a permit?

The fees are outlined in the Fee Schedule. Some permits may require an up front plan review fee with the balance due when the permit is issued. You may pay by cash, check, Visa or MasterCard.

How long does it take to receive a permit?

Our goal is to have all reviews complete within two weeks. Simple permits that do not require drawings review are usually issued within a few days. If changes or additional information is required the process may take longer.

What is a permit?

A permit is a license allowing you or a contractor to perform work on your house or building. It is issued to the owner or the owner’s agent, such as the contractor, sub-contractor or other person responsible for the work being done, and it identifies the required inspections. Permitting requirements are governed by City ordinances,...

Can I recycle waste from my yard such as leaves, mulch,  limbs, etc.?

Yard waste will now be serviced by Rumpke along with your regular household trash. The City of Kettering also operates a yard debris drop off center free of charge to Kettering residents. Please visit our yard debris page for further information.

There is water backing up into my house, what should I do?

The City storm sewers are separate from the Montgomery County sanitary sewer lines. If you have water backing up into your home through a drain, please contact Montgomery County at 1-937-781-2500.

There is water flowing out of my street. It may be a water main break. Who should I notify?

Water mains are handled by Montgomery County. Please contact them at: 1-937-781-2500 to report a potential problem.

My neighborhood was the last area to receive service during the previous snow storm, can I expect to be first for the next snow storm?

Not necessarily. Many factors affect how soon a particular residential street receives service; including proximity to collector streets, topography, school locations and traffic volume. The City does not track rotation of district plowing from storm to storm. We invite all residents interested in viewing snow route maps and discussing  snow removal procedures to call us:...

My driveway is off an alley in the back of my property. The alley seems to be forgotten. When will the city plow the alley?

Alleyways may be plowed, following completion of all residential streets. We encourage citizens to remove their vehicles from public roadways during snow plowing operations.

I live on a cul-de-sac and the circle isn’t plowed to help me access my driveway. Why can’t the City do a better job?

Cul-de-sacs are especially difficult for snow removal operations.  In a light snow, a circle may not receive treatment unless there is an incline. During plowing operations where all streets are plowed, drivers must push snow into available open spaces (i.e. around fire hydrants, between mailboxes, driveways and storm sewer inlets). Many times, cul-de-sacs have parked...

It seems our neighborhood is always the last to receive plowing. Why do we always seem last?

Once drivers complete the plowing of collector streets, they immediately begin moving into district residential streets adjacent to collector streets. Districts with hills and inclines receive priority over neighborhoods which are relatively flat. Neighborhoods concentrated around schools also receive higher priority.

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