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The Planning and Zoning Department under the supervision of the Director of Planning & Development has the administrative responsibility for the City's zoning, building and property maintenance departments. The Planning Department conducts monthly Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals meetings. Design review meetings are scheduled as needed.

Zoning and Building Department

Contact the Zoning and Building Department at (330) 875-3321 ext.205 before beginning your project. Applications for the following permits are available on this Website.

Louisville requires permits for the construction of many structures, including:

New houses or garage constructions, additions or alterations*
Storage buildings or tool sheds
Patios, patio covers and decks
Air conditioning and heating systems
Building demolition
Digging in city right-of-ways*
Electrical Work
Fences
Swimming pools*
Satellite dishes*
Parking lots*
Siding or roofing on residential buildings
Sewer and water taps
Sign installation

* - for more information regarding these permits please email the Zoning and Building Department at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Plumbing permits and inspections are handled by the Stark County Health Department (330) 493-9904.

Here is the City of Louisville's List of Current, Licensed Plumbers.

City of Louisville Zoning Map

This is a large 8.5mg pdf document. If you would prefer to have a copy emailed to you, please contact the Planning and Zoning Department at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Otherwise, click here for the City of Louisville's Zoning Map and choose "save a copy."

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