Do I Need a Permit?

All construction activity to enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system requires a Building Permit.  A Building Permit application automatically includes a Zoning Code review.  If in doubt, please call the Building Department at 513-825-2100 for verification.

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This is NOT a complete list, but some of the things that require a permit are:  New construction of a home or office building  room additions  New porches and decks  Accessory buildings (shed or detached garage)   Swimming pool   Fences   Commercial Tents  Retaining walls  Permanent signage  Any alterations of floor joists, wall studs, ceiling joists, rafters, beams, other structural supports  New or moved interior walls   sub-flooring  New roof or re-shingle  New windows or doors (new wall openings)  New or replacement heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment or ducts  New wood-burning stoves or fireplaces