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Online forms are organized by City Department.
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▼Building & Housing

  1. Foreclosure Registration Form

    Submit within 30 days of the filing of the foreclosure.

  2. Request an Extension on Violation Repairs

    Extensions will be granted where reasonable progress has been made.

  3. Residential Property Tax Abatement Updated Owner

    Update the owner of record for a tax-abated property.

  4. Submit a Property Complaint

    Report a problem residential or commercial property in Shaker Heights.

  5. Vacant Lot Application—Side Lot / Community Use

    Application for acquiring a City-owned residential lot as a side lot or for a community use.

  1. Request a Building Permit Inspection

    Same-day appointments are not available.

  2. Residential Property Tax Abatement Application

    Register an eligible property.

  3. Shaker Renovator Program Application

    Required application for contractors interested in joining the Shaker Renovator Program.

  4. Vacant Lot Application—Infill (Single Family Housing)

    Apply to purchase of a City-owned lot to build a single-family home.

▼Communications & Marketing

  1. Calendar Request

    Submit an item for consideration for the City's calendar.

  1. New Resident Questionnaire

    Help us understand why you picked Shaker Heights for your new home.

▼Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  1. Contact the DEI Committee

    Ask a question or share your input with City Council's DEI Committee.

▼Law

  1. Fair Housing Complaint Form

    Submit an alleged discrimination complaint online.

  1. Public Records Request

    Request a public record from a City department (not include Police). For police records requests, use the Police Records Request form... More…

▼Mayor

  1. Proclamation Request

    Requests must be submitted at least two weeks in advance of an event.

  1. Service on City Committees

    Volunteer to serve on a City committee, board, commission or task force.

▼Parks & Recreation

  1. 2022 Shaker Spring Ice Spectacular Registration Form - Learn to Skate Participants

    Registration form for Learn to Skate participants for 2022 Shaker Spring Ice Spectacular

  2. Commemorative Bench Donation Application

    Start the process of donating a commemorative park bench to the City.

  3. Horseshoe Lake Park Reservation & Permit Form

    Reserve the picnic shelter at Horseshoe Lake Park.

  4. Parade / Race Application Form

    Parade / Race Application Form for Parades, Races, Walks, Bike Events, and Marches, as described in Section 1111.03 of City Ordinance. More…

  5. Special Event Application Form

    Special Event Application Form for non-Parade events, as described in Section 1111.03 of City Ordinance. Includes festivals, markets,... More…

  6. Thornton Park Facility Reservations

    Make a reservation for the Community Room, Ice Arena Tables, or Picnic Area Tables at Thornton Park.

  1. Block Party Registration

    Register your event at least two weeks in advance.

  2. Commemorative Bench Donation Contact Form

    Use this form for inquiries about the City's bench donation program.

  3. Memorial Day Parade Registration Form 2023

    Show your Shaker Pride and take part in the City’s Annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade, Monday, May 29th, 2023 starting at 9:00... More…

  4. Refund Claim Request

    Request a refund from the Recreation Department.

  5. Stephanie Tubbs Jones Facility Reservations

    Make a reservation for the Community Room at the Stephanie Tubbs Jones Community Building.

▼Police

  1. 2023 Alarm Business License Application
  2. Complaint Form

    Start your complaint submission online.

  3. Mobile Ice Cream Vendor License

    This license is required annually by the City of Shaker Heights.

  4. Police Records Request

    Request an official police record.

  5. Report a Problem with a Traffic Signal or Street Sign

    Tell us about a problem with a traffic signal or street sign.

  6. Report a Traffic Concern

    Report concerns about traffic issues.

  1. Community Engagement Request

    Request the Police Department participate in your community event — or come tour the station and spend time talking to our officers.

  2. Family Safety Questionnaire

    This form allows families and guardians of individuals with dementia, autism spectrum disorder or other cognitive disorders to provide... More…

  3. Officer Appreciation Form

    Thank an officer for his or her efforts.

  4. Report a Community Concern

    Report a concern that is impacting you or your neighborhood, which the Police Department may be able to address.

  5. Report a Streetlight Outage

    Tell us about a problem with a streetlight.

  6. Solicitor's License

    Apply for a solicitor's license in the City of Shaker Heights.

▼Public Works

  1. 2023 Heritage Tree Nomination Form

    Residents are invited to nominate trees to be honored with Heritage status.

  2. Report a Problem with Collection Service

    Report a missed trash/recycling pick-up or other issue with our service.

  1. Memorial Tree Planting Program Application

    Learn more about planting a memorial tree on public lands.

  2. Response to Notice of Sidewalk and Apron Violation

▼Sustainability

  1. Contact the Sustainability Committee

    Ask a question or just let the Committee know what you're thinking about sustainability.