Codes

Development Code

The City Commission passed the Development Code update on April 18^th, 2023, with Ordinance O-2-23.

The new code went into effect on May 18, 2023. The code is now located in “Title XV: Development Code” of the Piqua Code of Ordinances.

The Development Code provides minimums standards for construction and land use within the city and helps guide development toward the stated goals of the community’s plans. The Development Code will help Piqua achieve greater walkability, downtown growth and revitalization, adaptive reuse opportunities, and greater design quality and beauty within the city.

Effective Development Code (PDF)

Property Maintenance Code

The City Commission adopted the IPMC 2021 for property maintenance.  This code in addition to the Development Code regulates the exterior of properties within the City of Piqua.

Questions on Property Maintenance can be directed to our Code Compliance Staff at 937-778-2813.

IPMC - 2021 Code (PDF)

Common Property Maintenance Reminders

Grass: 

• Grass must be maintained at less than 8 inches in height. Keep alleys and fence lines clear.
• Please do not blow grass into the street or in the gutter. 

Related Code: PM 302.4

Blight:  

• Keep your property and porch free of junk and debris such as wood, building materials, totes, personal property, furniture and trash. 

Related Code: NC 91.20 (A)

Vehicles: 

• Vehicles (including cars, trailers, boats and campers) must be street legal, operable and insured and have current license plates. Vehicles cannot be parked or stored on grass or dirt. Wrecked or junk vehicles, race cars or vehicles in disrepair are not allowed.
• Trailers, boats and campers must be stored behind the front plane of the house or in the rear yard on approved surfaces. 
• Commercial vehicles are not allowed in a residential zoning district.

Related Codes: PM 302.8, NC 91.09

Permits: 

• Permits are required for any new fence, pool, shed, garage, sidewalk, deck, driveway, additional parking created on property, etc. 

Related Codes: PM 102.5, DC 1.1.7

Refuse: 

• Trash and recycling containers must be removed from public right-of-way/street curb area within 24 hours of collection.

Related Code: 50.02

Garage Sales: 

• Each property may host up to three (3) sales per year, with each not exceeding three (3) days each.
• Sale hours are permitted to be 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. 
• Signage is only permitted on the site where the sale is being held and must be behind the public right of way (sidewalk). 

Related Code: DC 3.8.4 (B)

Exterior Maintenance:

• No peeling/flaking paint or defective surfaces. 
• No missing or defective materials. 
• Roofs must be in good condition. 
• No unmaintained/unsafe accessory structures (including sheds, garages and fences).
• No unsafe/hazardous sidewalks or driveways. 

Related Codes: PM 304.2-304.7, 302.3-302.7