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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hicksville
Permit required before erecting, moving, adding to, structurally altering, or changing use of a building, structure, or land.
Required documents
- Application
- Complete floor plans (for new construction)
- Actual lot dimensions and locations
- Permit validity
- Zoning permits are not generally published with expiration; sidewalk construction permits are valid for one year.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 File the zoning/building permit application with the Zoning Inspector.
- 02 For new construction, submit complete floor plans and lot dimensions, plus building locations.
- 03 The Zoning Inspector issues the permit only if the application conforms to the ordinance.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hicksville building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
sidewalk construction permit fee is $3.00
02
Penalty (no permit)
$10 per day penalty applies if sidewalk repairs or replacement are not completed within 30 days after commencement.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hicksville permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hicksville, OH? ▸
Permit required before erecting, moving, adding to, structurally altering, or changing use of a building, structure, or land.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hicksville, OH? ▸
Building permit fees in Hicksville, OH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is sidewalk construction permit fee is $3.00.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hicksville, OH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hicksville, OH, follow these steps: 1. File the zoning/building permit application with the Zoning Inspector. 2. For new construction, submit complete floor plans and lot dimensions, plus building locations. 3. The Zoning Inspector issues the permit only if the application conforms to the ordinance.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hicksville, OH? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hicksville, OH via: 419-542-6138 Option 7, hixzoning@defnet.com.
last verified April 2026
source Zoning Official / Zoning Inspector ↗
entry id permits/ohio/defiance/hicksville
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Zoning Official / Zoning Inspector before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.