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Role of the Engineering Division
The City of Lima's Division of Engineering works with city departments, the administration, and the city council in the planning, review, management and inspection of Public Works' projects. With our staff engineers, the City of Lima has the unique capability to provide and coordinate the authorized engineering design services, capital improvement projects, and stormwater coordination. By providing civil engineering services to support the City's existing and future infrastructure, we strive to contribute to the benefit of the residents, property owners, business owners and visitors of the City of Lima.
Division Services
Services of the Division of Engineering include the oversight of the maintenance and construction of public streets, sidewalks, street lighting, traffic lights, parks and recreational areas, pedestrian bikeways and public facilities within the city limits. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, plan review, GIS mapping, surveying, flood plain research, and platting.
If you have questions or concerns regarding water or sanitary services, please visit our Utility Department.
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Kirk, P.E. Niemeyer
City EngineerPhone: (419) 221-5288
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Eric, P.E. Bontrager
Assistant City Engineer
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Jim Morrisey
Stormwater Manager
Engineering Permits & Standards
Engineering Construction Permit
Projects located within the Lima city limits may require a permit. Permits shall be submitted to the City of Lima Building and Zoning Department.
View a copy of the Plan review requirements (PDF) Opens in New Window.
View a copy of the City of Lima Engineering Permit (PDF) Opens in New Window.
Street Cut Bond/Utility Excavation Policy
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Transporting Oversize/Overweight Permit
For transporting Oversize/Overweight Loads through the City of Lima.
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Street & Sidewalk Code
Ordinance 264-06, Chapter 880 - Earned Income Tax Opens a New Window.
Sections 1020-1032 - Streets, Utilities & Public Services Code Opens a New Window.
Ordinance 211-12, Section 1022.11 - Sidewalk Repair Program
Ordinance 244-12, Sections 1040.16 & 1040.17 - Sewer Rates Opens a New Window.
Section 1262.02 Fencing Opens a New Window.
Ordinance 064-13, Chapter 1266 - Flood Damage Reduction Regulations Opens a New Window.
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