Parma Property Records Database
Parma property records are managed by the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer and County Recorder. As Ohio's seventh-largest city, Parma has a largely residential parcel base with a mix of single-family homes and smaller commercial properties. You can search for deeds, tax data, valuations, and sales history through the Cuyahoga County MyPlace portal. The Recorder stores deeds, mortgages, and liens going back to 1810. Parma's Building Department handles building permits, zoning, and code enforcement for construction within the city.
Parma Property Overview
Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer and Parma Records
The Cuyahoga County MyPlace portal is where you search Parma property records online. The system covers all 400,000+ parcels in Cuyahoga County, including every lot in Parma. You can search by address, parcel number, or owner name. Each result shows ownership, current valuation, sales history, and tax details. Property record cards, aerial photos, and GIS maps are also available through the site.
Tax info includes current and prior year assessments, tax bills, and payment status. Ohio law sets assessed value at 35% of market value under ORC Section 5713.01. Reappraisals happen every six years. A statistical update comes at year three. The Ohio Property Tax Rate Database shows current rates for Parma taxing districts.
The City of Parma official website provides information on city departments and building services.
From here you can reach the Building Department for permit applications and zoning information.
Parma Building Permits and Zoning Records
The Parma Building Department enforces building codes for construction, alteration, repair, addition, and demolition of buildings. The department covers electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, fire protection, driveways, parking lots, and private walks. The Property Maintenance Code is also enforced by this office. Phone: 440-885-8030. Fax: 440-885-8039. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Permits are required before starting any work. The department uses the Citizenserve Online Portal for permit applications and contractor registration. All contractors working in Parma must register with the Building Department before performing any work. Registration costs $250 if work is started before completing it. Plan review can take up to 30 days.
Administrative penalty fees apply for work started without permits. The first offense costs $100. Second offense is $300. Third offense is $500. The Planning Commission reviews development proposals and site plans. The Board of Zoning Appeals hears variance requests. Zoning certificates are required to verify compliance with city rules.
Note: Parma contractors must register with the Building Department before performing any work, with a $250 penalty for unregistered work.
The Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer MyPlace portal provides property search tools for Parma parcels.
Search by address, parcel number, or owner name to view valuations, tax data, and sales history.
Parma Property Deeds and Recorder
The Cuyahoga County Recorder stores all official land documents for Parma. Deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats are filed here. The online search covers records going back to 1810. You can search by name, document type, or date range. The Recorder's Office is at 2079 E. 9th Street, Cleveland, OH 44115.
E-recording is available for attorneys, title companies, and lenders. Certified copies come with fees set by ORC Section 317.32. Copy fees are $2 per page. Certification is $1 per document. Before any deed is recorded, the buyer must file a Conveyance Fee Statement (DTE Form 100) with the Fiscal Officer under ORC Section 319.202.
The Parma Building Department handles permits, zoning, and code enforcement for all construction work in the city.
Permits must be approved and acquired before starting any work. Use the Citizenserve portal for online applications.
How to Search Parma Property Records
Start at the MyPlace portal. Enter an address, name, or parcel number. The system shows matching parcels. Click on a result to see the full record card. You get ownership info, assessed value, market value, tax bills, and building details. Sales history shows past dates, prices, and parties.
For deeds, use the Recorder's online search. Look up documents by grantor or grantee name. All property records are public under ORC Section 149.43. The GeoOhio Statewide Parcel Viewer is another tool for cross-county searches. The Ohio Secretary of State business search helps when a property owner is a corporate entity.
Parma Property Tax Records
Property taxes in Parma fund schools, city services, and safety forces. The Ohio Department of Taxation certifies value changes. The Homestead Exemption shields up to $25,000 of market value from taxation for homeowners 65 and older or those with a permanent disability. Income limits apply. Apply through the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer by December 31st.
Cuyahoga County Property Records
Parma sits in Cuyahoga County. The county handles all property valuations, deed recording, and tax collection. For full details on Cuyahoga County offices, hours, and search tools, see our Cuyahoga County Property Records page. Other qualifying cities in the county include Cleveland, Lakewood, Euclid, and Strongsville.
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