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1. Who handles problems with traffic signals?

Division of Engineering at (419) 221-5288.

2. Who is responsible for dealing with standing water in the roadways or public right-of-ways?

Division of Stormwater Utility. Call (419) 221-5288.

3. Who handles potholes, dead animals or debris in roadways and unsafe roadway conditions?

Contact the Streets Division at (419) 221-5165.

4. Who is responsible for street lights?

Street lights are owned by either the City of Lima or American Electric Power. Call (419) 221-5165.

5. Who do we contact regarding road closures, street signs or road barricades?

Visit our Engineering and Streets Division webpages or contact Streets Division at (419) 221-5165.

6. Do I need a permit to do work on my house? What type of work warrants a permit?

Yes, most improvements and renovations require a permit. Please contact our Building Department - (419) 221-5243 - for further information.

7. How do I arrange an inspection on my building project?

Contact our Building Department at (419) 221-5243 for further information.

8. Do I need a permit if I am building a new shed or installing a fence?

Please review the Department of Housing and Neighborhoods, Zoning webpage for clarification

9. Are permits required for garage sales?

Yes. You may acquire a permit from the Building Department for $5 in-person or for free when obtained online.  Visit their webpage for details. Permits are valid for up to 5 consecutive days.

10. Who do I contact to reserve a shelter house or arrange a wedding in a park?

Contact Parks and Recreation Division at (419) 221-5195, Monday - Friday between 8am - 4pm.

11. When is the Summer Playground Program and how do I sign up?

Registration forms are found under the Parks and Recreation webpage, or you can visit the City of Lima's Parks and Recreation Division at 900 S. Collett Street (between the hours of 8am - 4pm) to register.

12. Does the City of Lima have a tree planting program?

Yes. Contact the City of Lima's Parks and Recreation Division at (419) 221-5195.

13. Will the City of Lima remove my tree?

Typically, trees that are located within the road right-of-way or on city property and identified by the City as dead, diseased, or dangerous will be removed. The City of Lima has its own tree removal crew, contact the Parks and Recreation Division at (419) 221-5195.

14. Can I put tree or shrub debris out for pickup?

Tree limbs and brush can be bundled or bagged and placed at the curb for pick-up on trash day. HOWEVER, if a utility company (such as AEP) cuts the tree and leaves the limbs in the curblawn, please contact the Streets Division (419) 221-5165.

15. Is there a disposal site for limbs and yard debris in the city?

Yes. The Lima compost facility is located at 1227 E. Hanthorn Road. (419) 227-4240.

16. Where can I pick up leaf bags?

900 South Collett Street, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

17. Who handles refuse, recycling and yard waste pick-up?

Contact the Lima Utilities Department at (419) 221-5252.

18. Who do I contact about my stormwater assessment fee? Are there any reductions possible?

Please contact our Stormwater Utility Department at (419) 221-5288.
Visit our Public Works / Engineering / Stormwater Utility webpage for further explanation and forms.

19. Who do I contact if I have questions about my sanitary service?

Contact the Lima Utilities Department at (419) 221-5252

20. Who do I contact if I have questions or concerns with my water service or water bill?

Contact the Lima Utilities Department at (419) 221-5252.

21. Are permits required for water or sanitary services?

Please contact the Utilities Department for further information.