📋 Ohio Permit Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| NEC Edition | 2023 |
| IRC Edition | 2018 |
| Permit Authority | Statewide. Ohio Board of Building Standards. |
| Statewide Code | Yes |
| Licensing Board | See state website |
⚠️ Key Things to Know About Permitting in Ohio
- 2021 IBC for commercial; 2018 IRC for residential
- Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati all have own permit offices
- Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) for mechanical/electrical licenses
📍 Cities in Ohio — Permit Guides
📍 Columbus
Department of Building and Zoning Services (BZS)
📍 Cincinnati
City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings and Inspections
📍 Cleveland
City of Cleveland Department of Building & Housing — Construction Permitting
📍 Akron
City of Akron Building Division
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