The City of Delaware's Building Division is a State-Certified Building Department. All new construction, alterations, improvements, and replacements require approval of a permit application prior to the start of construction. Following a permit approval, inspections will be made throughout the construction process including following completion. The City does not review plumbing permits - all plumbing applications should be filed with the Delaware County Health District.
No - starting in 2026, contractors are no longer required to register with the City of Delaware.
Fees are charged in accordance with the approved Fee Schedule. Fees will be invoiced after an application is reviewed.
A site plan and drawings/specifications for the deck.
A site plan and a description of the fence design and materials.
A site plan and all pool specifications and drawings (including electrical work). All pools require a fence at least 4-feet tall, even with an auto-close cover.
All remodel drawings, including electrical and mechanical plans. A remodel permit is required for any remodels which include structural, electrical, or mechanical work (other than simply updating fixtures).
Just fill out the form on the online portal!
A site plan and any drawings/specifications for the building. If you are installing a prefabricated shed or gazebo, you can include the manufacturer's specifications.
Specifications and a structural letter, if required.
A site plan and drawings and specifications for the addition.
All structural, electrical, and mechanical work requires a permit. With additional questions, please contact Jerry Warner, Chief Building Official, at (740) 203-1600, option 3.
Any structural, electrical, or mechanical work likely requires a permit. Permits are also required for fences, decks, sheds/garages, and home additions. Patios do not require a permit.
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740-203-1600 option 3
tpyle@delawareohio.net
City Hall Annex 1 South Sandusky Street Delaware, OH 43015
Jerry Warner Chief Building Official
Requests for inspection must be made by 12 PM on the business day prior to the requested inspection date. See Inspection Policy(PDF, 137KB) before scheduling an inspection.
Requests are made by emailing planning@cityofdelawareoh.gov and must include: