The Building Department is charged with maintaining the safety, welfare, and superior quality of Hunting Valley's structures. The Building Department consists of state-certified inspectors and support staff capable of handling all types of issues from renovations to new construction. The department issues new construction and renovation permits as well as all mechanical permits and performs Residential Property Maintenance and Pre-Sale Home Inspections.
The Building Department also provides Planning and Zoning support for current and long-range studies, including Zoning Code Modifications, Open Space Studies, and Home Site Development. It is charged with preserving the aesthetic quality and character of the Village of Hunting Valley.
FINANCE
The Finance Department, consisting of the Finance Director, an elected official, and the Deputy Finance Director, an appointed employee, is primarily responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Village. One of the department's most important activities is preparing the Village's annual operating and capital budgets for the approval of the council. In addition, the finance department invests the Village's funds in accordance with the laws of the state of Ohio and with prudent investment principles. The department is also responsible for debt administration, tax administration, cash management, and bi-annual audit. The department has consistently earned the Auditor of State's highest rating, an unqualified opinion.
The Finance Department maintains the village accounting system and prepares reports for the Mayor, Council, Cuyahoga County, and the state of Ohio. Regular departmental activities include preparing invoices, receiving revenue, paying bills, and paying village employees.
Please be advised that the Village repealed its income tax effective January 1, 2003.
2023 Employee Compensation Ordinance
2023 Year End Financial Statement
2022 Employee Compensation Ordinance
2022 Year End Financial Statement