Frequently Asked Questions

Per Am.Sub. HB 5 passed on December 19, 2014 by the Ohio General Assembly, and in accordance with Ohio Revised Code Section 718, we will be publishing our Interest Rates here. Interest Rates for 2016 and forward are based on the Federal Short Term Rate published in July, rounded to the nearest whole number plus 5%. 

Interest Rate for 2026 is 9% (0.75% per month)

Interest Rate for 2025 is 10% (0.83% per month)

Interest Rate for 2024 is 10% (0.83% per month)

Interest Rate for 2023 is 7% (0.58% per month)

Interest Rate for 2022 is 5% (0.41% per month)

Interest Rate for 2021 is 5% (0.41% per month)

Interest Rate for 2020 is 7% (0.58% per month)

If City tax due for the year is estimated to be greater than $200 or City taxes of at least 1.75% are not being withheld, estimated tax payments (declaration payments) need to be made. Taxes must be filed by April 15th; however, they must be PAID by January 15th following the year end. If not, a penalty at the rate of 15% could apply. You can receive assistance from the tax department for the calculation of estimated tax payments via email (tax@englewood.oh.us), phone (937-836-5106 option 4) or in person at the income tax counter. Quarterly estimated tax payments are due: April 15th June 15th September 15th January 15th Payments can be made to the City via our online payment system, mail or in person at City office at 333 W National Road, Englewood, OH 45322.

The personal earnings of all persons under age 16 prior to January 1, 2024 and under 18 from January 1, 2024, are exempt from taxation. Persons under 18 are not required to file a City income tax unless the appropriate City income tax has not been deducted.

Register to use our online payment and invoice portal at:  https://www.invoicecloud.com/englewoodoh

You may pay in person inside the Government Center using cash, check, money order or Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. 

You may also drop your payment into the drop box located outside the in the parking lot.

Auto-Pay and Paperless Billing is also available by signing up on our portal.

All Englewood residents north of Interstate 70 have Englewood water. Residents south of Interstate 70 but west of Union Boulevard also have Englewood water. Water for Englewood residents south of Interstate 70 and east of Union Boulevard is provided by Montgomery County. Some non-residents who reside in the Cedar Knolls subdivision receive water service from Englewood, and sewer service from Montgomery County.  Englewood bills these households for both services.

The combined water, sewer and trash bills are due for payment every other month on the 10th of the month. Trash is billed two months in advance. Water and sewer are billed based on consumption.

If you are paying on or before the date due, you should pay the net amount. If paying after the date due, please pay the gross amount. The gross amount consists of the net amount plus a $25 penalty for paying late.

A Building Permit is required, through the City of Englewood, for construction projects on Residential properties in the city, including but not limited to the following: 

Accessory Structures, Additions & Alterations, Arbors, Deck/Porch, Driveways/Curbs, Fences, Fireplaces, Garages, Gazebos, Hot Tubs/Spas, Houses Lawn Irrigation, Patio Covers/Enclosures, Pole Barns,  Remodeling, Repairs, Storage Sheds, Swimming Pools (Inground, Above Ground, and Storable), HVAC and Electric Alterations.

If you have questions regarding whether your project needs a permit, please give us a call at 937-771-2877.

Click the link to download the City of Englewood Building Permit Application:  Building Permit Application

Once application is complete, please email the application as well as any supporting plans/information to powell@englewood.oh.us

Permit fees vary based on type and scope of project. Click the link for a copy of the fee schedule: Fee Schedule
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Yes, a permit is required for any temporary sale. Apply in person at the City of Englewood Government Center during normal business hours. See more information about Garage Sales here: Garage Sale Rules and Regulations

You may file a complaint concerning the condition of your neighbor's property by using our online complaint form, or call and speak with our Code Enforcement department at 937-771-2877.   

 Online Complaint Form

No, contractors do not have to register with the City of Englewood.