Buildings in Downtown Historic St. Clairsville, Ohio

The City of St. Clairsville takes pride in the buildings of the Downtown Historic District. Below is a list of the buildings in the downtown district, the usage for each floor as well as the square footage. Square footage is an approximate measurement. Each address is a link to a photo of the building. For further information, contact stcplanning@stclairsville.com or call 740.695.1953.

St. Clairsville's Downtown Buildings
Street Address 1st Floor Use 1st Floor S.F 2nd Floor Use 2nd Floor S.F. Parking
98 N. Market St. Office 4,000 Office 4,000 On street and small lot in back
168 E. Main St. Office 1,900 Office 1,500 Lot in rear
157 E. Main St. Office 2,930 N/A N/A Lot in rear
188 E. Main St. Retail 1,100 N/A N/A Lot in front
140 E. Main St. Residential 800 Residential 800 On street
178 E. Main St. Dining 2,852 N/A N/A Lot on side & rear

Questions to Ask when Looking to Rent Space.

Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions by Businesses.

168 E. Main St.
1st.: 4,000
Upper: 4,000

140 E. Main St.
1st.: 800
Upper: 800

157 E. Main St.
1st.: 2,930
Upper: N/A

98 E. Main St.
1st.: 4,000
Upper: 4,000

188 E. Main St.
1st.: 1,100
Upper: N/A

178 E. Main St.
1st.: 2,852
Upper: N/A

   
   
   
   
   

Questions to Ask when Looking to Rent Space.

  • What is the rent for the space?
  • Does the rent include any or all utilities?
  • Is there a lease and if so what is it?
  • What is the length of the lease? Does it change after one year?
  • Is a security deposit required?
  • Is there gas or electric heat?
  • Who is responsible for snow removal?
  • Am I as the tenant responsible for maintenance inside?
  • Who takes care of the maintenance outside?
  • Who do I contact if something goes wrong?
  • Where is the entrance for the rental space? Front of structure, side, rear?
  • Is there a security system in place? Are there fire alarms?
  • Is there telephone and internet service available?
  • What type of internet or cable service is available in the rental unit?
  • Am I, or you the landlord, responsible for trash removal?
  • Will you build to suit if needed?
  • Is there a surge protector on the fuse box?
  • Are the electrical wiring, water pipes and sewer pipes up to snuff?
  • Is there carpeting and is it in good condition?
  • Are there City, Township, County or State permits or guidelines I should be aware of?
  • Is the rental space handicap accessible and to what degree?
  • Are there restroom facilities?
  • Can a sign be attached to the building?

Answers to some Frequently Asked Questions by Businesses.

Do I need a City business license?
A City business license is not required but a zoning permit is required prior to opening a business. The cost is $35. Contact Tom Murphy at the City at 1.740.695.1953 or stcplanning@stclairsville.com.

Does the City have a B & O tax?
No, the City does not have a B & O tax.

Does the City have an income tax?
No.

Does the County have any requirements for a business or any tax I should be aware of? Does the State have any requirements for a business or any tax I should be aware of? Does the City having zoning regulations?
Yes. It is recommended that you call or e-mail the City to ensure that your intended use is permitted and to ensure you are following City Code properly. Contact Tom Murphy at 740.695.1953 or stcplanning@stclairsville.com to set up a meeting.

Does the City have any sign guidelines?
Yes. The City does have a sign permit process that must be followed. This process requires completing an application, providing a sign proposal and in some cases presenting a sign proposal to the Board of Architectural Review. Some of the sign guidelines are on the City's website, www.stclairsville.com. However, it is recommended that you sit down with the City to ensure that you are aware of the guidelines and what is actually permitted before paying for a proposal. Contact Tom Murphy at 1.740.695.1953 or stcplanning@stclairsville.com to set up a meeting.

Is a Vendor's License required?
There is a vendor's license required for various types of sales. For example, a door to door salesman. Contact the Chief of Police. The relevant section of the City Code is Chapter 705.

Must I register for City utilities?
The City does take care of most electric, water and sewer in the municipality. Your landlord should let you know if they will take care of the utilities or if you need to put them in your name. The City's Utility office number is 1.740.695.1410.

Is a building permit required?
If you are intending on changing the use of a structure or changing the interior the state may require that you get a building permit. In some cases the City does require a permit prior to construction.