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Planning to Buy or Build?

Living in the Country?

Getting a Good Start

Items to Consider- Community Features

Items to Consider- Soils

Items to Consider- Water Supply

Items to Consider- Sewage System

Items to Consider- Regulations, Legal Requirements, Local Assessments

Items to Consider- Natural Features & Drainage Characteristics

Agency and Office Information

Zoning Officials

Cities & Villages

Schools

Township Buildings

Post Offices

Utility Companies

Where to Obtain Specific Information

Publications About Home Building

 

 

 

Getting a Good Start

Checklist:

Cost Estimate

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Select potential home site using information available from the different county agencies listed in this guide.

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Obtain local zoning regulations & zoning permit from zoning inspector.

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Obtain a new home site evaluation from Henry County Health Department prior to purchase. (should include potential pond location.)

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Have the property surveyed.

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Obtain any regional planning approval needed for site through Henry County Planning Commission.

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Obtain your new address from Henry County Engineer.

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Obtain any required easements or permits for drainage purposes from Henry County Engineer and/or Henry County Soil & Water Conservation District.

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Obtain a driveway permit from the Henry County Engineer or Ohio Department of Transportation.

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Obtain a septic permit prior to its installation from the Henry County Health Department.

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Obtain a private water system permit prior to its installation from the Henry County Health Department.

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Obtain Tax information from the Henry County Auditor.

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If municipal water and/or sewer is desired, contact the Henry County Regional Water & Sewer District or Ridgeville Water & Sewer District.

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Check for deed restrictions.

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