Fairfield County Building Department
Plan review, permits, and inspections for commercial construction in the unincorporated areas of Fairfield County.
The Fairfield County Building Department reviews and approves all plans and issues all permits required by the applicable, current codes for the construction, renovation, improvement, demolition, and repair of commercial buildings within the unincorporated areas of Fairfield County, with the exception of Violet Township.
The Building Department enforces code requirements and regulates the construction of buildings and structures except for residential one-, two-, and three-family structures. Our primary mission is to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the residents of Fairfield County. The administrative functions of the County Building Department are performed by the Fairfield County Regional Planning Commission (opens in a new tab).
Commercial Documents — Electronic Submission
Starting July 1, 2024, all Commercial Building documents are accepted electronically only. The Application Requirements and Fee Schedule have been updated.
A plan review deposit of $130.00 is required. Prior to submitting your plans electronically, please mail a check for the deposit to the Fairfield County Building Department. Submit your application and plans digitally by email to FCBuilding@fairfieldcountyohio.gov. For large files that cannot be emailed, please contact our office.
The commercial construction process:
- Application & submittal of construction plans and documents
- Plan review and permit issued
- Construction and inspection
- Final approval — certificate of occupancy
The Building Department is not the only entity with possible jurisdiction over a project. Others include township zoning and land use (opens in a new tab), the Fairfield Department of Health (opens in a new tab, leaving this website) (plumbing, private water and sewage), local water and sewer districts, the County Engineer (opens in a new tab) (county roads), and Regional Planning (opens in a new tab) (subdivision and floodplain). We encourage applicants to contact all applicable entities.
Building Department Forms
Contractor Registration Information
Requirements and instructions for registering as a contractor with the Building Department.
Open (opens in a new tab)Application for Contractor Registration
The registration application form for contractors working in Fairfield County.
Open (opens in a new tab)Contractor Registration Bond Form
The surety bond form required as part of contractor registration.
Open (opens in a new tab)Registration Exemption Affidavit
Affidavit for those claiming an exemption from contractor registration.
Open (opens in a new tab)Fee Schedule
Current fees for plan review, permits, and inspections.
Open (opens in a new tab)Permit Application
The application form to apply for a commercial building permit.
Open (opens in a new tab)Related Links
Health Department
Fairfield Department of Health — plumbing, private water supply, and sewage authority.
Visit (opens in a new tab, leaving this website)Plumbing Permits & Contractors
Plumbing program permits and registered plumbing contractors.
Visit (opens in a new tab, leaving this website)Zoning Inspectors
Township zoning and land-use authority across Fairfield County.
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