Middleburg Heights Division of Building

The Division of Building is involved in all activities associated with residential and commercial construction and alterations.

Specifically, the division reviews construction plans and documents, issues permits, inspects work covered by the permits issued and  opens in a new windowregisters contractors licensed to perform construction or alteration work in the city. Through these activities, the division is responsible for ensuring that the construction and alteration work performed meets the standards defined by the design criteria, all applicable codes and the approved plans.

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.

Inspections

The City of Middleburg Heights employs state certified inspectors in all facets of construction (electric, plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, etc.). Inspections are conducted between 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Most inspections can be scheduled for the same day, if phoned-in by 9:30 a.m. (inspection times are approximate). Please call (440) 234-2218.

Fire protection acceptance tests must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance. Please call the Building Department to set up the date and time of inspection.  The contractor must also contact the Fire Department at (440) 243-1313 to let them know the inspection has been scheduled.