When fees are calculated on an estimated construction or repair cost, the value of work shall include all structural, electrical, plumbing and HVAC, interior finish, normal site preparation including excavation and backfill, overhead and profit. Architectural/Engineering fees, costs of land and off- site costs need not be included. The value estimate of the proposed work may be determined by the Department of Building and Housing in accordance with generally accepted methods of estimating as prescribed by BOCA or the R.S. Means Cost Data Service that is effective on the date application is made for the permit.
NOTE: Other permit fees, such as for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, elevators and plan processing are separate.
Except for permit fees for work performed on one (1), two (2), three (3) family dwellings, their accessory structures and other miscellaneous items listed in division (E) of RC 3781.10, the permit fees herein include the required surcharge pursuant to division (E) of RC 3781.10.
For permit and plan examination fees for work performed on one (1), two (2), or three (3) family dwellings or their accessory structures, the permit fees do not include the required one percent (1%) surcharge. For permits issued for that work, the required surcharge shall be calculated on the final cost of each permit issued and shall be separately itemized.
Minimum Fee
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Minimum Fee
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(a) One-Family, Two-Family, or Three-Family Dwelling Houses: | |
(1) New buildings and additions, or parts of same: $10.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost | $150.00 |
(2) Alterations and repairs: $5.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost | $30.00 |
(b) Buildings or Structures as Regulated by the Ohio Building Code: | |
(1) New buildings or structures, additions to existing buildings or structures, and first tenants’ space buildouts in new construction: $12.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost less than $1,000,000.00 | $300.00 |
From $1,000,001.00 up, $12,000.00 plus $7.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost above $1,000,000.00 | |
(2) Alterations or repairs to existing buildings or structures: $15.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of estimated cost less than $1,000,000.00 | $150.00 |
From $1,000,001.00 up, $15,000.00 plus $11.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost above $1,000,000.00 | |
(c) Miscellaneous Buildings/Structures: | |
(1) Private garages, tool sheds, residential antennas, and other accessory structures or buildings | $50.00 |
(2) Fences, guardrails or barriers for 1, 2 or 3 family | $50.00 |
(3) Fences, guardrails or barriers for Commercial $15.00 per $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of estimated cost | $150.00 |
(4) Swimming pools (private/residential) | $50.00 |
(5) Effective boarding pending repairs of rehabilitation | $50.00 |
(d) Demolition or Removal of Buildings or Structures (Consult Section 3105.16(C)): | |
(1) For 1-family, 2-family, or 3-family dwelling houses or accessory structures: $10.00 for each 1,000 square feet or fraction of floor area (excluding basement floor or cellar floor areas) | $50.00 |
(2) For buildings and structures as regulated by the Ohio Building Code $15.00 for each 1,000 square feet or fraction of floor area | $300.00 |
(e) Moving of Building or Structures: | |
(1) 1, 2 or 3-family dwellings | $300.00 |
(2) Other than (e)(1) above | $600.00 |
(f) Outdoor Signs and Display Structures; Other Wall Signs for Which a Permit is Required: $12.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost | $50.00 |
(g) Marquees, Awnings and Canopies: $12.00 for each $1,000.00 or fraction of estimated cost | $50.00 |
(h) Temporary Tents: | |
(1) 120 square feet or less | No charge |
(2) Over 120 square feet | $75.00 each |
No fee shall be charged for tents used in conjunction with a funeral service or for religious organizations which are utilizing tents for temporary purposes not to exceed 2 weeks. | |
(i) Zoning Fees (Shall Be Added to Applicable Building Permits as Follows): | |
(1) Commercial and Multi-Family and Parking Lots | $150.00 |
(2) Temporary Uses | $30.00 |
(3) Signs, Fences and Appurtenant Structures | $20.00 |
(j) Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration: | |
(1) 1, 2, and 3-family dwellings: The minimum fee for any permit shall be: | $50.00 |
A. Installation of each central heating and/or air conditioning system(s); or | $50.00 |
B. Repairs, alterations, or extensions of central heating and/or air conditioning systems; or | $50.00 |
C. Installation of each fuel-fired unit heater, space heater, or decorative appliance; or | $50.00 |
D. Installation of each solid fuel burning device; fireplace, insert, wood-burning stove/oven, etc. | $50.00 |
(2) For buildings and structures as regulated by the Ohio Building Code: The minimum fee for any permit shall be: | $50.00 |
A. Installation of each central heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning unit (equipment) | $50.00 |
B. Installation of each duct heater or reheat coil | $30.00 |
C. Installation of each fuel-fired unit heater, space heater, or decorative appliance | $30.00 |
D. Installation of steam or hot water radiation devices; each floor or level | $30.00 |
E. Installation of each solid-fuel burning device; fireplace, insert, wood-burning stove/oven, etc. | $30.00 |
F. Installation of fuel-gas piping; for each 100 lineal feet or fraction | $13.00 |
G. Installation of duct work, V.A.V. boxes, exhaust fans, exhaust hoods, fire or volume dampers, and other connecting appurtenances: For each $1,000.00 valuation or fraction of job cost (Material + Labor) | $13.00 |
(3) Installation of Refrigeration Systems: For each new or altered refrigeration system as per following rated tons of refrigeration (1 ton = 12,000 B.T.U.): | |
A. Up to 25 tons capacity | $50.00 |
B. Over 25 tons capacity | $100.00 |
C. For each walk-in cooler, freezer, or dairy/deli case refrigeration system | $50.00 |
(4) Repairs and/or alterations of existing equipment or systems | $50.00 |
(k) Plumbing Fixtures, Appliances and Piping: Note: Use (1), (2), and (3) below to calculate fee: The minimum fee for any permit shall be: | $50.00 |
(1) For the installation of each plumbing fixture, appliance or device such as water closets, urinals, bathtubs or showers, sinks, drinking fountains, dishwashers, laundry trays, clothes washers, floor drains, roof drains, hot water heating devices, interceptors, sump pumps, air conditioning units, catch basins, area drains, manholes and other similar equipment, or fixtures | $8.00 each |
(2) For the installation of piping for plumbing systems: | |
A. Gas piping – For each 100 lineal feet or fraction | $13.00 |
B. Drains, waste piping from plumbing fixtures – for each 100 lineal feet or fraction | $13.00 |
C. Storm and/or foundation drains/sewers – for each 100 lineal feet or fraction | $13.00 |
D. Sanitary drains/sewers – for each 100 lineal feet or fraction | $13.00 |
E. Water distribution piping – for each 100 lineal feet or fraction | $13.00 |
F. Connection to potable water line for non-potable uses such as irrigation, fire suppression system, etc. | $50.00 |
(3) For the following miscellaneous: | |
A. Repairs to existing plumbing fixtures and/or systems | $50.00 |
(l) Electric Wiring and Equipment: Note: Use (1) or (2) below to calculate fee; the minimum fee for any permit shall be: | $50.00 |
(1) For new construction additions, alterations to existing buildings: For each 1,000 square feet or part | $50.00 |
(2) For each item as follows: | |
A. Temporary lighting and/or power installations, or low voltage wiring systems (CATV cable, fire alarm devices, computer devices, data communication and other similar equipment) | $50.00 |
B. Signs: Business I.D., advertisement, and directional, etc.: | |
1. For the first electrical sign | $50.00 |
2. Add for each additional electric sign installed at the same time | $30.00 |
C. Amusement rides and devices: each. Note: Also see Section 3105.29 – Festival and Carnival Permit Fees for Charitable Organizations | $30.00 |
D. Repairs to existing electrical systems | $50.00 |
(3) Blanket electrical permit for each year for each premises | $200.00 |
(m) Elevators, Powered Lifts, and Moving Walks: | |
(1) To install a passenger elevator $11.00 per $1,000.00 or fraction thereof of estimated cost | $350.00 |
(2) For each installation of moving stairways or moving walks, any manhoists, special elevators, or stage or orchestra lifts included under Section 3141.04 | $350.00 |
(3) Installation of any power operated dumbwaiter or conveyor | $200.00 |
(4) Installation of any wheelchair lift or stair climber | $75.00 |
(5) Installation of any amusement device to convey persons in any direction as a form of amusement | $50.00 |
(6) Any alteration or repair for which a permit is required under Section 3141.03 for divisions (m)(1) through (m)(5) above | $100.00 |
(Ord. No. 708-10. Passed 8-18-10, eff. 8-20-10)