Get City Of Stow Building Department 2019-2024

Working without a valid permit can subject you to fines and penalties and affect the completion of your project. The only time it may be possible to do work without a permit when a building permit is required is in the case of emergency repairs.

Building permits are required for all construction work necessary to finish a basement. Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC permits may also be required depending on the nature of the work which is being completed.

Any roof replacement including alteration or replacement of roof structural members, roof-top mechanical equipment, etc., should be processed through a regular building permit process.

You must obtain a building permit for any of the following activities: Interior alteration (residential) Replacement of doors, windows, roofing and/or siding (residential) Building New House.

build or renovate a home. Permits are required for the following: New buildings. Additions (bedrooms, bathrooms, family rooms, etc.)

You do not need a permit to paint and perform minor maintenance or repairs. However, a permit is required to reroof; apply siding; gutters, doors and windows; or build decks, porches and ramps. A residential permit is also required to finish basements and attics and for electrical, plumbing and HVAC work.

Construction documents submitted for approval are reviewed in the order they're received. Note: Ohio law requires that we review your permit application within 30 days from when we receive it.

Any shed or building 150 square feet or less and not on a concrete foundation must obtain a no-cost zoning certificate. All other sheds and buildings (cannot be more than 500 square feet) must obtain a building permit.