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Community Development FAQs
What is the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program?
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Community Development
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 03/02/2015 - 12:28pm
Q1346
Is a contractor required to be licensed, bonded and insured to work in the City of Cleveland?
Yes! You can verify if a contractor is licensed, bonded and insured to do work in Cleveland by calling the Department of Building & Housing at 216.664.2910.
From:
Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 03/26/2015 - 11:04am
Q984
I think the contractor I hired is not doing a good job on my project. Can the City help me?
If you feel the contractor you hired is doing an improper or poor job, contact the Department of Building and Housing at 216.664.2282 and request that an inspector inspect the project.
From:
Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 03/26/2015 - 11:04am
Q998
What if the contractor failed to pull a permit for work done on my home?
Failure to pull a permit may result in a fine (to the property owner) from the Department of Building & Housing, but not all contractor work requires a permit. For additional information contact the Department of Building & Housing at 216.664.2282.
From:
Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 03/26/2015 - 11:05am
Q1001
What do I need to know when hiring a contractor?
Get estimates from at least 3 contractors to compare prices
Interview each contractor, ask for references, and check them.
If the work is to be done in Cleveland, verify that the contractor is licensed, bonded and insured by calling 216.664.2910
Check with the Better Business Bureau (216.241.7678) for complaints
Avoid oral contracts! Insist on a written contract which includes:
- contractor’s name
- address
- telephone number
- license/registration number
- complete description of all work to be done
- start and end date
- total price
- any additions or changes made
- any warranties including timelines
From:
Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 03/26/2015 - 11:05am
Q1007
I need some home repairs and don't have the money. The contractor told me about a finance company. Is this safe?
Not all loans or lenders are equal, so shop around. The cost of doing business with high-cost lenders can be excessive and abusive. For example, "predatory lenders" target homeowners who are elderly or have low incomes or credit problems. They deceive them about terms or give them loans they cannot repay.
You may be able to receive some assistance or a low interest loan.
From:
Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 04/08/2015 - 6:18pm
Q1011
Are there any City of Cleveland home repair assistance programs that I can apply for?
Some Cleveland seniors and disabled residents qualify for home repair assistance, and those who meet certain criteria may receive home weatherization services.
From:
Office of Fair Housing & Consumer Affairs
Category:
Building and Housing
Last updated: 04/08/2015 - 6:23pm
Q1015
Can I check my property tax payment online?
Yes, there is an online app on the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer's website here.
From:
Community Development
Category:
Property
Last updated: 03/02/2015 - 12:28pm
Q881
Where can I find information on Real Estate tax?
See the Cuyahoga County Treasurer's Office.
From:
Community Development
Category:
Property
Last updated: 03/02/2015 - 12:28pm
Q882
Where can I find online information on property ownership and deed transfers?
General information on ownership is on the County Auditor's website or Cuyahoga County Fiscal Office website here.
From:
Community Development
Category:
Property
Last updated: 03/02/2015 - 12:28pm
Q883
