Attention All Contractors, Landscapers, and Tree Service

The City of Avon Lake launched new Permitting and Licensing software called OpenGov on Tuesday, 12/5.

The first phase of the release allows Contractors and Landscapers/Tree Services to register online. As a contractor or landscaper/tree service you will be asked to:

• Create an account (If you have an OpenGov account with another city you can skip this step)
• Complete the registration form (see the links below)
• Upload required documents
• Pay the fee (credit card, check, or eCheck)

The required documents are:
For Contractor Registration

• $15,000 Surety Bond (download the form or it is available when you register online)
• Certificate of Insurance naming City of Avon Lake Certificate Holder (minimum of $500,000)
• Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Fire Protection - Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) License
• Workers’ Compensation Certificate if contractor is covered as required by the state

For Landscaper Registration

• $5,000 Surety Bond (download the form or it is available when you register online)
• Certificate of Insurance naming City of Avon Lake Certificate Holder (minimum of $100,000)
• Pesticide Applicator and Fertilizer Applicator - Ohio Commercial Applicator’s Certificate
• Workers’ Compensation Certificate if contractor is covered as required by the state

2024 CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION FORM - Link

2024 LANDSCAPER / TREE SERVICE REGISTRATION FORM - Link

We will be adding the ability to obtain permits and submit applications for Zoning and Planning in the next couple of weeks. Until then, please proceed as you have in the past.

If you have any questions or issues please feel free to contact Barb Cagley, bcagley@avonlake.org.