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Update Summary May 18, 2020 Note: This is a summary of the changes in the following pages the new updates are highlighted for the ease of the reviewer. Page 2 Added a paragraph to allow for virtual hearings in the event federal, state or local authorities recommend social distancing Pages 2 Added language specifically in...

     Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment by creating your own suffragist-inspired artwork, learning about the women’s suffrage movement in our region, and engage in a discussion after watching excerpts of the Ken Burns and Paul Barnes documentary Not for Ourselves Alone: The Story of Elizabeth Cady Stanton & Susan B. Anthony...

Zoning & Building Occupancy go hand-in-hand.  The City of Kettering Zoning Ordinance requires a new Certificate of Occupancy for any new tenant of a building.  And, the Ohio Building Code  requires a Certificate of Occupancy for any new occupancies or changes of occupancy. When  you apply for a Certificate of Occupancy, it automatically receives review...

Kettering is now at such an age that maintaining property has become a major issue for residents and business owners. Maintaining the values we hold and the pride we have in our community is at the heart of our property maintenance efforts. The city expects all residents and business owners to take responsibility for properly...

Quick Reference Guide “Carports” are defined in the Kettering Zoning Code (KZC) as “A roofed structure enclosed by no more than 3 walls and attached to the Principal Structure for the purpose of providing shelter for one or more passenger vehicles.” Carports are permitted to be constructed on residential properties in the City of Kettering...

Welcome to the Building Section of Planning and Development, your comprehensive resource for all construction-related services in Kettering. Whether you're planning a residential addition, commercial development, or any building project, our team is here to guide you through the permitting and inspection process from start to finish. This section provides essential information about commercial and...

Asphalt Maintenance Spot Patching The purpose of spot patching is to temporarily repair City streets until the entire street is resurfaced or reconstructed by the Engineering Department. During the warmer months we use “hotmix” asphalt purchased from local asphalt plants. However, asphalt plants close during colder months and we must then use “cold patch” compound....

The Ohio Fire Code is the minimum standard for fire safety in the State of Ohio. These rules are promulgated and adopted by the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshal and become statewide law that the City of Kettering must comply with. In addition, the Ohio Administrative Code regulates open burning activities and is enforced...

Tax Rate and Interest Rate Current Tax Rate:  2.25% The interest rate is calculated based on the federal short-term rate plus 5%. The rates are as follows: Calendar Year 2024: 10% per year or 0.83% per month Calendar Year 2025: 10% per year or 0.83% per month Calendar Year 2026:  9% per year or 0.75%...