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The official Zoning District Map is posted and maintained at the Griffith Town Hall at 111 North Broad Street, Griffith, Indiana. An online version is available for you to view and save.
The Town of Griffith, Indiana Zoning District Map file is about 1.2 megs in size and will take about 60 seconds to download on a modem connection, and much quicker for users with high speed cable or DSL.
When the download completes, the map should automatically open in the Adobe Acrobat reader software.
At the top of your Adobe reader screen, be aware of several icons (buttons):
- One looks like a floppy disk, and you can click on that to save the Zoning District Map onto your PC's hard drive. We suggest you save the file as that will allow you to view the map at your leisure, without having to re-download it.
- You will also find icons (buttons) labeled + and - which can be used to zoom in and out of the image. For example, clicking the + icon (button) several times will enlarge the image so that you can see street names, etc.
- There is also an icon (button) that looks like a magnifying glass. Click on that and your mouse cursor should change to a magnifying glass. Move the cursor to a location on the map and then click one or many times with your left mouse button to zoom in.
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Zoning District Map link to download/view/save the Town of Griffith, Indiana Zoning District Map which was adopted December 29, 2004.
The filename is: zoning1.pdf
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Top 10 FAQs:
1. Are building permits needed if I do the work myself?
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Yes.
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2. Does the fire department install smoke detectors?
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The fire department does not install smoke detectors for the public.
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3. If I have an auto accident, what should I do?
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Here are seven specific and immediate steps to take if you are in an auto accident.
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Try to remain calm and thoughtful.
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If you are injured, stay in your car - unless its dangerous to do so.
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Wait for the police and medical help.
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Inform the police about the accident for the official report.
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Confirm whether you were wearing a seat belt, which is the law in most jurisdictions.
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If you are injured, insist on being transported to a hospital in an ambulance.
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In all instances, obtain medial treatment immediately. Tell medical personnel about everything that you feel may be physically wrong.
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4. What should I do if I need emergency assistance?
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If you have a police, fire, or medical emergency, dial 911 now. If you have another type of police situation which requires immediate assistance, please call (219) 924-7503.
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5. When does the council meet?
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Town Council meetings are the first and third Tuesday of the month, 7:00 p.m., at the Town Hall. One hour prior to these meetings, the Council reviews claims, correspondence and agenda items. The Town Council and Clerk-Treasurer also meet on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the Town Hall for work/study sessions.
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6. My smoke detector is "chirping". What should I do?
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Many newer models of smoke detectors make a "chirping" sound when the batteries are low. You should replace the batteries and test/reset your smoke detector. If you experience any problems or difficulty, contact the fire department right away.
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7. Where do I go to register to vote?
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Voter Registration forms are available in the clerk's office. Completed registration forms are then submitted to the Board of Elections in Crown Point. You may also check the voter registration page at the Lake County's website: http://www.lakecountyin.org/group/voters for relevant information regarding the registration periods and various locations and times for the registration drives.
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8. How do I report a non-emergency incident?
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To request assistance involving a non-emergency question, situation or concern, please call our non-emergency number 219-924-7503.
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9. Where should I place my smoke detectors?
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Smoke alarms should be installed on every level of your home and if possible every room. Please visit: http://www.usfa.dhs.gov/citizens/all_citizens/home_fire_prev/alarms/ for more information.
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10. How do I select a fire extinguisher?
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There are four basic types of fires. Portable extinguishers are labeled so that the most appropriate extinguisher is chosen for use on a specific type of fire. Portable extinguishers are labeled using standard symbols for the classes of fires. A slash through any symbol means: "that certain extinguisher should not be used on that certain type of fire". A mission symbol means: "that certain extinguisher has not been formally tested for a given class of fire". Multi-purpose extinguishes i.e. ABC, may be used successfully on all three types of fires:
- CLASS A: Ordinary combustibles such as wood, cloth, and paper.
- CLASS B: Flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, and oil-based paint.
- CLASS C: Energized electrical equipment - including wiring, fuse boxes, circuit breakers, machinery, and appliances.
- CLASS D: Flammable metals.
There is also a new class of extinguisher called the K extinguisher. It is used on synthetic cooking oils, and gets its identity as "K" from "KITCHEN". Always use the most appropriate extinguisher so that you dont cause the fire to escalate (become worse) or endanger yourself or others.
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