Permitting

The City of Gahanna requires permits for a variety of projects from community signs to new building construction. Provided below is a list of permits and relevant information to assist with the application process. For questions or more information, please contact the appropriate department. 

Building Permits

The Division of Building issues permits, reviews plans, inspects construction work and enforces building regulations. As of May 2024, the division uses OpenGov to process online permit applications. Additional information on the permit types, required details, and general information is available through the link below. Please note, the City will no longer be accepting paper applications.

   

Inspection Requests

As of May 2024, all building inspection requests are made through the City's new online permitting software, OpenGov. Requests may be made by leaving a voicemail, however, online requests are encouraged as you will receive a confirmation email and can track the status through the portal. To leave a voicemail, call the Division of Building at 614-342-4010 and press 1 to leave your inspection request. 


Engineering Permits

The Department of Engineering administers right-of-way permits for any work conducted in the public right-of-way. For more information, please go to OpenGov.


Community Sign Permit

The Parks and Recreation Department manages the ten (10) community signs located at major intersections across the City. Community signs are used to promote non-profit, non-commercial, and non-political organizations and locally sponsored city events. There is no charge for the permit; however, it must be reviewed by the Parks and Facilities Superintendent for approval. These signs measure 47 5/8 inches by 47 5/8 inches (which is one-half of the sign structure). For more information, please call 614-342-4000. 


Zoning Permits

The Division of Zoning reviews projects and requests related to the City's Zoning Code. The zoning code identifies two types of requests, zoning permits, and planning applications, that may be required depending on the type of project. For more information, visit the Zoning Division's page.