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Notice of Adoption of Ordinance 5209, City of Goshen Stormwater Management Ordinance
Monday, January 13, 2025
Ordinance 5209, City of Goshen Stormwater Management Ordinance, was passed by the Goshen Common Council on December 16, 2024, and approved and adopted by Mayor Leichty on December 17, 2024. Ordinance 5209 regulates: (i) Discharges of prohibited non-stormwater flow into the stormwater drainage... more
Goshen Water Utility Shares Tips to Prevent Frozen Water Lines
Monday, January 13, 2025
With colder weather approaching, the Goshen Water Utility is here to help residents and businesses protect their water lines from freezing. While current conditions don’t call for a Freeze Warning, the Utility encourages everyone to take proactive steps to avoid frozen or burst pipes and ensure uninterrupted... more
Goshen Parks and Recreation Hosts Hearts Aglow Family Valentine’s Dance
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
The Goshen Parks and Recreation Department invites families to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special Hearts Aglow Family Valentine’s Dance on Tuesday, February 13, 2025, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds. Families are encouraged to bring their loved ones... more
Upcoming Events All »
Board of Public Works and Safety - Claims Only
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 4:00pm
To join the webinar please copy and paste this link on your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88469251269
Traffic Commission
Thursday, January 16, 2025, 4:30pm
Martin Luther King Jr Day
Monday, January 20, 2025
City Offices Closed for Holiday
Planning and Stormwater Final Exterior Requirements
Planning & Zoning and Stormwater Final Exterior Requirements
In order to receive a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O), your project must meet and pass inspection for all City of Goshen Building Department requirements as well as exterior site requirements overseen by the Planning & Zoning and Stormwater Departments. Click the link for more information on those requirements:
Basic Requirements for Planning & Zoning and Stormwater Final Inspections
During cold season months, property owners may apply for a Completion Agreement (an updated policy formally known as an Occupancy Permit Agreement) to allow for occupancy before weather-dependent Planning & Zoning and Stormwater requirements are met (note, the project must still pass final building inspection). For step-by-step guidance on the process and the Completion Agreement application, see the following:
Completion Agreement Process Guidance
Completion Agreement Application
Questions?
stormwater@goshencity.com
574-533-8733