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This code is intended to establish minimum acceptable standards for the maintenance of existing buildings, structures, premises, and facilities to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the occupant or general public. Such requirements shall relate to the adequate supply of light, ventilation, space, heating, sanitation facilities, life safety features, and protection from the elements, fire and other hazards. If a structure within the City of Conneaut is not compliant with this code a citation may be issued. Details of the charges and violations will be defined on the citation.

A complete copy of the International Property Maintenance Code may be viewed at Conneaut City Hall.

Basic Requirements of The IPMC

• The exterior of your property and every structure on the property including but not limited to: walls, roofs, chimneys, eaves, gutters, fascia, window and door trim, porches, awnings, windows and doors, stairs, walks, and driveways must be maintained in good repair and be coated with paint where appropriate.
• All lands shall be properly maintained with lawns, trees, bushes, hedges, shrubs and other vegetation being trimmed and kept neat in appearance. No such vegetation or growth shall block or impede sight lines for vehicular or pedestrian traffic.
• All property shall be maintained free from any plant growth such as weeds or grass in excess of six (6) inches.
• All fences and accessory structures, including but not limited to, sheds, garages and storage buildings shall be maintained in good repair.
• Each building that has a street number assigned shall have the number prominently displayed in color and in a place so as to be easily observed and legible from the street.