Bexley, OH — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building and Zoning Department

Street address

2242 E. Main Street, Bexley, Ohio 43209

Phone

(614) 559-4240

Coverage

City of Bexley, Franklin County. Small enclave city surrounded by Columbus. Self-certified building department. Major exterior construction changes are also subject to Architectural Review Board (ARB) and/or Board of Zoning and Planning (BZAP) approval before building permit issuance.

Online portal

ViewPoint Cloud Portal

ViewPoint Cloud

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Bexley

Air conditioning and heating units, electrical and plumbing work, construction (additions and remodeling), demolition of structures, driveways, fences, yard light installation, sidewalks, swimming pools and hot tubs. Exterior alterations also subject to ARB or BZAP review.

Note: Follows 2024 OBC Section 105.2 and 2019 RCO Section R105.2 for state minimums. Confirm local additions with department at (614) 559-4240.

Required documents

Application through portal
Construction drawings
ARB/BZAP approval documents where applicable
Contractor registration and insurance documentation

Building code: Ohio Building Code (state-certified department); Building Maintenance Code enforced. Follows state mandate of 2024 OBC effective March 1, 2024.
Contractor requirements: All general contractors, electrical contractors, plumbing, and HVAC contractors must register with City of Bexley. Annual registration fee: $125 per contractor (January 1 through December 31). State OCILB license required for applicable trades.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Create or log in to account at bexleyoh.viewpointcloud.com
02

Select applicable permit type (building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, zoning)
03

For major exterior changes (new construction, additions, significant alterations): submit to ARB at least 4 weeks before monthly meeting; BZAP at least 6 weeks before meeting if ARB recommendation required
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Upload application and supporting documents
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Building and Zoning Department reviews for code compliance and zoning
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Pay permit fees
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Permit is issued
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Schedule inspections online at forms.gle/NScE85q6KwnWTYMJ9 or by calling (614) 559-4240
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Complete required inspections
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Obtain occupancy approval where required

Source: Building and Zoning Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2025

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$100 (minor interior residential); $200 (minor interior commercial)

Plan check fee

Included in permit fee

Permit fee formula

Mixed flat and square-footage-based. New 1-, 2-, 3-family dwellings: $500 plus $0.10/sq ft. Additions and alterations: $0.12/sq ft. Exterior improvements (roofing, siding, window replacement): $90 each residential ($70 each for 2 or more); $190 commercial ($150 each for 2 or more). Garages/carports/accessory structures over 200 sq ft: $150 single garage plus $50 each additional space.

Online payment through portal; in person at 2242 E. Main Street. Ohio BBS fee: 1% of permit fees (residential) and 3% (commercial) added to all building permits. Contractor registration: $125/year per trade.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2025) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Online inspection form (online)
(614) 559-4240 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday-Friday

Typical sequence: Follows OBC/RCO standards for project type

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Bexley permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Bexley, OH? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Bexley, OH? ▸

Building permit fees in Bexley, OH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $100 (minor interior residential); $200 (minor interior commercial). Fees are calculated as: Mixed flat and square-footage-based. New 1-, 2-, 3-family dwellings: $500 plus $0.10/sq ft. Additions and alterations: $0.12/sq ft. Exterior improvements (roofing, siding, window replacement): $90 each residential ($70 each for 2 or more); $190 commercial ($150 each for 2 or more). Garages/carports/accessory structures over 200 sq ft: $150 single garage plus $50 each additional space.. Plan check fee: Included in permit fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bexley, OH? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Bexley, OH, follow these steps: 1. Create or log in to account at bexleyoh.viewpointcloud.com 2. Select applicable permit type (building, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, zoning) 3. For major exterior changes (new construction, additions, significant alterations): submit to ARB at least 4 weeks before monthly meeting; BZAP at least 6 weeks before meeting if ARB recommendation required 4. Upload application and supporting documents 5. Building and Zoning Department reviews for code compliance and zoning 6. Pay permit fees 7. Permit is issued 8. Schedule inspections online at forms.gle/NScE85q6KwnWTYMJ9 or by calling (614) 559-4240 9. Complete required inspections 10. Obtain occupancy approval where required

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bexley, OH? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Bexley, OH via: Online inspection form, (614) 559-4240.

last verified April 2026 source Building and Zoning Department ↗ entry id permits/ohio/franklin/bexley

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building and Zoning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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