Richland County Building Permits (Ohio)

Building Departments in Richland County, OH create and enforce building codes and zoning rules to ensure that buildings are safe. They also review and approve building plans and issue Richland County building permits. These building permits may be required for land development, renovations, demolition, repairs, and other construction. Permits can show if a building meets Richland County fire codes and other building regulations, demonstrate that a building is safe to occupy, and they can also be used to prove that a construction project holds a valid Richland County building permit. Richland County Building Departments provide information on which projects require a building permit, how to apply for a permit, and the rules for receiving a permit. They may also provide searchable databases of approved Richland County building permits. Building Departments often provide online access to building permit rules and records.

Mansfield Permits Mansfield OH # 3, 30 N Diamond St, # 3 44902 419-755-9688

Ontario Zoning Ontario OH 3375 Milligan Rd 44906 419-529-2530

Shelby Zoning Shelby OH 43 West Main Street 44875 419-347-4889


Building Inspectors in Richland County, OH ensure that all construction projects meet building codes and regulations. They are responsible for monitoring designs, building materials, Richland County building safety codes, and utilities like electricity and plumbing. As part of this job, Richland County Building Inspectors issue permits for new construction, remodels, renovations, and planned construction. They also issue demolition, relocation, and occupancy permits, including inspection reports that verify that a Richland County property is safe for residents. Building Inspectors maintain records and reports on their inspections and permits, which include information about the Richland County property owners, the property, and whether the permit is valid. Their records also show Richland County violations and work stoppage orders. They provide information on how to receive a permit as well as permit requirements, and much of this information may be available on the Building Inspector website.

Ontario Building Inspector Ontario OH 3375 Milligan Road 44906 419-529-2530


Code Enforcement Offices in Richland County, OH are responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes, zoning rules, and other regulations. As part of enforcing these codes and regulations, Richland County Code Enforcement often issue building permits. These permits may be required for Richland County land development, demolition, repairs, renovations, and other kinds of construction. They may also issue Richland County occupancy permits at the end of a construction project, which certify that the building meets code and can be occupied. Code Enforcement Offices may also be responsible for issuing certificates of zoning compliance, and they produce reports that show if a building has any code violations or has a valid Richland County permit for construction. Their office can also help look up building permit rules, apply for a permit, or search for approved permits. Code Enforcement Offices often provide online access to their building permit records.

Richland County Building Code Enforcement Mansfield OH 1495 West Longview Avenue, 202a 44906 419-774-5517