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City of Beavercreek

How to apply for a building permit in City of Beavercreek, Ohio. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

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April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Beavercreek Planning and Development for zoning permits; Greene County Building Regulation for building, plumbing, electrical, HVAC permits

Street address
Beavercreek City Hall, 1368 Research Park Drive, Beavercreek, OH 45432
Coverage
Beavercreek issues zoning permits only. Greene County Building Regulation issues building permits, including plumbing, electrical, and HVAC permits.
Online portal
Online Permit Center (SmartGov)
SmartGov / Online Permit Center
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Beavercreek

Beavercreek requires a zoning permit for residential construction or replacement of structures such as fences, decks, sheds, pools, garages, retaining walls, patio covers, and additions. For commercial property, zoning permits are required for new occupancies, signs, additions, facade renovations, parking lot renovations, and new or replacement structures.

Interior remodeling for residential property
At-grade patios
Garage sales
Temporary signs
Driveways
Interior commercial remodeling that does not change the overall square footage of a tenant space
  • Exempt Interior remodeling for residential property
  • Exempt At-grade patios
  • Exempt Garage sales
  • Exempt Temporary signs
  • Exempt Driveways
  • Exempt Interior commercial remodeling that does not change the overall square footage of a tenant space
Required documents
  • Permit-specific application
  • Supporting site plan or drawings
  • Separate forms available for residential zoning permits, accessory structures, pools, fences, signs, demolition, and certificate of use compliance
Building code
Ohio Building Code, Ohio Residential Code, and related Ohio specialty codes as enforced locally.
Permit validity
Approved Beavercreek zoning permits are valid for 6 months (180 days) from date of issue.
Contractor requirements
No Beavercreek general contractor license located in the reviewed materials. Ohio state OCILB licensing applies to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and hydronics trades.

Source: City of Beavercreek Planning and Development for zoning permits; Greene County Building Regulation for building, plumbing, electrical, HVAC permits ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Confirm whether the work needs a Beavercreek zoning permit, a Greene County building permit, or both.
  2. 02
    Apply through the Online Permit Center or submit the paper zoning application with fee to Planning and Development at City Hall.
  3. 03
    Upload or provide the supporting site plan and permit-specific application materials.
  4. 04
    City reviews zoning compliance and issues the zoning permit.
  5. 05
    Schedule the zoning inspection through the portal or by phone at least 24 hours in advance.
  6. 06
    Separately apply to Greene County Building Regulation for any building, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC permit required.

Source: City of Beavercreek Planning and Development for zoning permits; Greene County Building Regulation for building, plumbing, electrical, HVAC permits ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Beavercreek building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Mixed; many zoning permits are flat-fee by permit type, with separate Planning and Development fee schedule.

Online Permit Center allows applicants to apply and pay online; paper submittals may be delivered with permit fee in person or by mail.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
Scheduling deadline
At least 24 hours advance notice required.
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Typical sequence: Zoning permit approval first, then zoning inspection before structure is built or installed; separate Greene County inspections apply where a building permit is also required.

Source: City of Beavercreek Planning and Development for zoning permits; Greene County Building Regulation for building, plumbing, electrical, HVAC permits ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Beavercreek permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Beavercreek, OH?
Beavercreek requires a zoning permit for residential construction or replacement of structures such as fences, decks, sheds, pools, garages, retaining walls, patio covers, and additions. For commercial property, zoning permits are required for new occupancies, signs, additions, facade renovations, parking lot renovations, and new or replacement structures.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Beavercreek, OH?
Building permit fees in Beavercreek, OH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Mixed; many zoning permits are flat-fee by permit type, with separate Planning and Development fee schedule..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Beavercreek, OH?
To apply for a building permit in Beavercreek, OH, follow these steps: 1. Confirm whether the work needs a Beavercreek zoning permit, a Greene County building permit, or both. 2. Apply through the Online Permit Center or submit the paper zoning application with fee to Planning and Development at City Hall. 3. Upload or provide the supporting site plan and permit-specific application materials. 4. City reviews zoning compliance and issues the zoning permit. 5. Schedule the zoning inspection through the portal or by phone at least 24 hours in advance. 6. Separately apply to Greene County Building Regulation for any building, plumbing, electrical, or HVAC permit required.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Beavercreek, OH?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Beavercreek, OH. The following work is generally exempt: Interior remodeling for residential property; At-grade patios; Garage sales; Temporary signs; Driveways; Interior commercial remodeling that does not change the overall square footage of a tenant space. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Beavercreek, OH?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Beavercreek, OH via: Online Permit Center, (937) 427-5512. At least 24 hours advance notice required..

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Beavercreek Planning and Development for zoning permits; Greene County Building Regulation for building, plumbing, electrical, HVAC permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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