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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Logan
A zoning or building certificate is required before erection, movement, structural alteration, conversion, or enlargement of covered work; routine maintenance and repair under $7,500 does not require a zoning/building application
Normal and routine maintenance and repair work with an estimated value under $7,500 does not require a zoning/building application
Painting
Wallpaper
Replacing a roof
Replacing a driveway
Replacing a sidewalk
Gutters and downspouts
Other routine maintenance
- Exempt Normal and routine maintenance and repair work with an estimated value under $7,500 does not require a zoning/building application
- Exempt Painting
- Exempt Wallpaper
- Exempt Replacing a roof
- Exempt Replacing a driveway
- Exempt Replacing a sidewalk
- Exempt Gutters and downspouts
- Exempt Other routine maintenance
Required documents
- Application
- Pertinent information
- A set of plans for new construction
- State approved plans for commercial buildings
- Drawings for additions, fences, decks, accessory buildings, and similar work
- Building code
- City Code 152.10 and 157.021A apply; the zoning department states the building/zoning certificate is intended to ensure compatibility with building/zoning code
- Permit validity
- Approved applications become effective on the 11th day after publication; work must begin within one year and finish within two years
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Usually 10 days for approval, plus 5 days newspaper publication and 11-day effective date
- 01 Start with the zoning application and supporting plans.
- 02 Pay the fee as established by Logan City Council.
- 03 Zoning inspector approves or disapproves within 10 days of receipt.
- 04 Approved applications are published in the local newspaper within 5 days.
- 05 The application becomes effective on the 11th day after publication.
- 06 Work must start within one year and be completed within two years.
Typical processing time: Usually 10 days for approval, plus 5 days newspaper publication and 11-day effective date
Source: City of Logan Zoning Department and Code Enforcement Department ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Logan building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Fee established by Logan City Council
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Logan permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Logan, OH? ▸
A zoning or building certificate is required before erection, movement, structural alteration, conversion, or enlargement of covered work; routine maintenance and repair under $7,500 does not require a zoning/building application
02 How much does a building permit cost in Logan, OH? ▸
Building permit fees in Logan, OH are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Fee established by Logan City Council.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Logan, OH? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Logan, OH, follow these steps: 1. Start with the zoning application and supporting plans. 2. Pay the fee as established by Logan City Council. 3. Zoning inspector approves or disapproves within 10 days of receipt. 4. Approved applications are published in the local newspaper within 5 days. 5. The application becomes effective on the 11th day after publication. 6. Work must start within one year and be completed within two years.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Logan, OH? ▸
Building permit processing times in Logan, OH typically run Usually 10 days for approval, plus 5 days newspaper publication and 11-day effective date. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Logan, OH? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Logan, OH. The following work is generally exempt: Normal and routine maintenance and repair work with an estimated value under $7,500 does not require a zoning/building application; Painting; Wallpaper; Replacing a roof; Replacing a driveway; Replacing a sidewalk; Gutters and downspouts; Other routine maintenance. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026
source City of Logan Zoning Department and Code Enforcement Department ↗
entry id permits/ohio/hocking/logan
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Logan Zoning Department and Code Enforcement Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.