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Permits: Building Permits
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Permits: Building Permits
As of August 2023, the City no longer requires contractors to register or renew their registration to file for building permits. Contractors will be asked to provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance with a minimum amount of $500,000 with their building permit application.
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Permits: Building Permits
As of May 2024, the City uses an online permitting software, OpenGov, to process all applications. Permit applications can be completed online. Application fees may be paid by cash, check, or credit card. Please refer to the appropriate section of the City Code when completing an application.
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Permits: Building Permits
For plumbing inspections, please contact Franklin County Public Health online or at 614-525-3160.
Applicants can request inspections online through their OpenGov account.
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Permits: Building Permits
Depending on the type of inspection, the City may conduct the inspection or it may be handled by another group. Inspection requests are all handled online through your OpenGov account. The following is a summary of the different inspection types:
- Building
- Electrical
- Inspected by third-party representatives.
- Fire
- Inspected by the appropriate fire department with City Staff.
- Gas
- Inspected by City Staff or third-party representatives.
- HVAC
- Inspected by City Staff or third-party representatives.
- Plumbing
- Inspected by Franklin County Public Health.
- Please schedule online or at 614-525-3160.
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Permits: Building Permits
Additional inspections can be purchased as needed with your building permit. Please log into your OpenGov account to request additional inspections.
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Permits: Building Permits
Applicants can track their permits online through their OpenGov account. Additional guests can be added to a permit to view the status, pay fees, and access documents related to the permit.
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Permits: Building Permits
All permit and inspection fees are listed in the Fee Schedule (PDF). Each building permit includes a specific number of inspections that are covered by the base fee. Additional inspections or reinspections are paid for at a rate of $150 per hour ($200 for after-hours) of inspection required.