Phone Numbers:
City Hall Main Number:
(401) 728-0500
Zoning and Code Enforcement Fax:
(401) 722-3356
Zoning Office:
Extension 347
Environmental Extension:
265
Housing Standards Extension:
314
Building Inspection Unit Extension:
310
Zoning & Code Enforcement Information:
Zoning, Housing, Municipal Court Notices, Orders, Liens, and Discharges:
Real Estate Records may be searched by clicking the link below. Records are searchable by name and include the following:
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Code:
The City is mandated to adopt the state building code.
Permits:
Permits can be obtained between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Monday and Friday.
Call for permit fee schedule.
Abandoned Vehicles:
City ordinance prohibits certain vehicles from being parked or stored on public or private property.
Absentee Landlords:
Any person who does not reside at the property they own is defined as an absentee landlord and must register themselves with the division.
Board of Appeals:
The Board meets the last Monday of the month in City Council Chambers at 6:30 PM.
The Board votes on the first Monday of the month in City Council Chambers at 6:30 PM.
Certificates of Occupancy and Certificates of Zoning Compliance can be obtained for the Division of Zoning and Code Enforcement by calling 728-0500 ext. 347
Permits are required for most work being done on a property including repairs to the building, plumbing, electrical or mechanical systems. A late fee of $250.00 is assessed if work is being done without the required permit. Contact the Division of Zoning & Code Enforcement for information or to report violators.