Community Risk Reduction
Seville-Guilford Fire Department is developing a program to reduce the risk of injury, loss a of life, and property in our community. This is done by identifying and prioritizing risks and hazards in our community and working together with residents and employers on plans to prevent or mitigate them. We already have several parts of the program, functioning and in place. A Community Risk Reduction partnership with our community focuses our attention on being proactive to risk, not reactive. In the future there will be educational opportunities and programs for you to get involved in. We are excited to launch a full version of this program in 2023 and look forward to working with you on making our wonderful community a safer place to enjoy for everyone!
FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
Seville-Guilford Fire Department Fire Safety Division oversees the enforcement of fire codes, new construction review, fire investigations, and public education activities designed to reduce hazard and risks throughout the community.
Code Enforcement, Inspections and Complaints
New Construction, Remodeling & Development Plan Review
FIRE SAFETY DIVISION
Seville-Guilford Fire Department Fire Safety Division oversees the enforcement of fire codes, new construction review, fire investigations, and public education activities designed to reduce hazard and risks throughout the community.
Code Enforcement, Inspections and Complaints
- SGFD Fire Inspectors inspect several commercial buildings and properties each year. To learn about what they look for and how you can prepare for an inspection, see our Fire Inspection Checklist (PDF)
- SGFD and in most cases the Ohio Fire Marshal and Medina County Building Department require permits for tents, canopies, temporary haunted houses, LPG tank installations, flammable or combustible liquid tank installations and
- The use of commercial fireworks requires a permit from SGFD and the Ohio State Fire Marshal. For more information contact us, 330-769-4112.
- To report a fire hazard contact us,330-769-4112.
New Construction, Remodeling & Development Plan Review
- SGFD works with Medina County Building Department, Guilford Township, and the Village of Seville to review new construction and remodeling projects for compliance with fire and life safety requirements.
- For questions about remodeling or new construction requirements, please contact us 33o-769-4112.
- Ohio Fire Code
- NFPA Standards
- Emergency Responder Radio Coverage for new and existing buildings
- New construction, additions, alterations, and change of occupancy require a permit from the Medina County Building Department.
- SGFD investigates every fire that occurs within our jurisdiction. Many times, we collaborate with the Medina County Fire Investigation Unit and the Ohio Fire Marshal’s office. By understanding what causes fires, we learn how to better prevent them and assist in prosecution of those who threaten our community by intentionally setting fires.
- Often the key to preventing fires and other emergency incidents is to provide education to the community we serve. SGFD hosts station tours. CPR classes. Fire extinguisher class, and several educational opportunities for local businesses and residents. Visit our fire safety page for more information or contact us 330-769-4112