Ada, OH — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Ada Zoning Inspector / Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Street address

115 West Buckeye Ave, Ada, OH 45810

Phone

(419) 634-4045 ext. 212 for zoning inspector

mchambers@adaoh.gov

Coverage

Village of Ada.

Online portal

Village planning and zoning ordinance page

Village website forms and PDF application packet

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Ada

Ada requires a zoning certificate before use, erection, change, conversion, or enlargement of a structure, building, or land use.

Required documents

Zoning permit application
Parcel and building details
Site information
Supporting documents listed in the packet

Building code: Ada uses local zoning/building standards plus Ohio Building Code for code-regulated work.
Contractor requirements: No citywide general contractor license located; state trade licensing still applies.

Source: Village of Ada Zoning Inspector / Board of Zoning and Building Appeals ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Review zoning permit application packet and ordinance.
02

Submit zoning permit application to the zoning inspector.
03

Inspector reviews zoning compliance.
04

Board action may be required for conditional uses or variances.
05

Permit is issued after zoning review and fee payment.

Source: Village of Ada Zoning Inspector / Board of Zoning and Building Appeals ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Ada building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$25.00

Permit fee formula

$3.00 per 100 sq ft for single and multiple family dwellings, mobile homes, or modular homes with a $50.00 minimum; $2.00 per 100 sq ft for detached garages, decks, or outbuildings with a $25.00 minimum; $2.50 per 100 sq ft for industrial, commercial, retail, or educational buildings with a $100.00 minimum; $2.00 per 100 sq ft for additions or alterations with a $25.00 minimum

Reinspection fee

$25.00 per additional inspection

Penalty (no permit)

Permit denial retains $25.00 administrative fee; penalties may apply under ordinance.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical sequence: Zoning review, possible BZA action, permit issuance, then any required follow-up inspection.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Ada permits

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

Ada requires a zoning certificate before use, erection, change, conversion, or enlargement of a structure, building, or land use.

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

Building permit fees in Ada, OH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: $3.00 per 100 sq ft for single and multiple family dwellings, mobile homes, or modular homes with a $50.00 minimum; $2.00 per 100 sq ft for detached garages, decks, or outbuildings with a $25.00 minimum; $2.50 per 100 sq ft for industrial, commercial, retail, or educational buildings with a $100.00 minimum; $2.00 per 100 sq ft for additions or alterations with a $25.00 minimum.

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

To apply for a building permit in Ada, OH, follow these steps: 1. Review zoning permit application packet and ordinance. 2. Submit zoning permit application to the zoning inspector. 3. Inspector reviews zoning compliance. 4. Board action may be required for conditional uses or variances. 5. Permit is issued after zoning review and fee payment.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Ada Zoning Inspector / Board of Zoning and Building Appeals ↗ entry id permits/ohio/hardin/ada

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Ada Zoning Inspector / Board of Zoning and Building Appeals before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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