How much does a building permit cost in Village of Lodi, OH?

The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Flat village zoning fees by permit type. County building permit and plan review fees apply separately.. Plan check fee: $65.55 for new dwellings; $105.95 for residential sprinkler review; $40.30 for all other residential items such as decks, additions, and garages (County).

How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Lodi, OH?

1. Confirm zoning requirements with the Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning contact. 2. Submit the village zoning certificate-permit application with required lot and project information. 3. If the work also requires a building permit, obtain county jurisdiction confirmation and then submit the county building application, plans, and site plot through the Medina County PCS process. 4. Pay village zoning fees and county plan review or permit fees. 5. Wait for zoning certificate issuance, then proceed with the county building permit review where applicable. 6. Schedule county inspections for building-code work and obtain final approvals.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Lodi, OH?

Inspections can be scheduled via: 330-722-9220 (County). County inspection requests received before 3:00 PM on a business day are eligible for next business day schedule, though next day is not guaranteed..

City Building Permits

Village of Lodi, OH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Ohio Medina County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Lodi handles local zoning certificates through village zoning and planning. Medina County handles building-code permits and inspections for Lodi Village properties.

Department: Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning for zoning permits; Medina County Building Department for building permits and inspections
Address: Village of Lodi Offices, 108 Ainsworth Street, P.O. Box 95, Lodi, OH 44254; Medina County Building Department, 791 W Smith Road, Medina, OH 44256
Phone: Village: 330-948-2040; Zoning: 330-421-4934; County: 330-722-9220
Email: info@villageoflodi.com , res_plans@medinaco.org
Website: https://villageoflodi.com/departments/zoning-and-planning/

Online Permit Portal

Open PCS Permit Portal (County Building Permits)

Platform: PCS Permit Portal for county; Direct contact for village zoning • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Confirm zoning requirements with the Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning contact.
Submit the village zoning certificate-permit application with required lot and project information.
If the work also requires a building permit, obtain county jurisdiction confirmation and then submit the county building application, plans, and site plot through the Medina County PCS process.
Pay village zoning fees and county plan review or permit fees.
Wait for zoning certificate issuance, then proceed with the county building permit review where applicable.
Schedule county inspections for building-code work and obtain final approvals.

Typical processing time: Within 30 days after receipt of an application, the Zoning Inspector shall issue a zoning certificate if the application complies with the code and fees are paid. County residential plan review: 3 to 5 days depending on workload after payment.

Source: Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning for zoning permits; Medina County Building Department for building permits and inspections

General Requirements

Lodi zoning code requires a zoning certificate before construction, reconstruction, structural alteration, moving a building, or changing use on premises, in addition to any required county building permit. County building permits are needed for regulated building, electrical, HVAC, and similar work.

Required Documents

Lodi zoning: application, plot plan drawn to scale, deed of record, building location and dimensions, intended use
County building submissions: application, plans, site plot, and supporting approvals

Permit validity: Lodi zoning certificate becomes void one year after issuance unless construction starts. If construction does not start or use is not changed within one year, a new application is required.
Building code: Lodi zoning is governed by the Village of Lodi zoning code. Building-code permits are handled by Medina County under Ohio building and residential codes.
Contractor requirements: No village contractor registration program on public Lodi pages. County materials state Medina County no longer registers contractors, but HVAC and electrical contractors must provide state licenses when applying.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: $50
Plan check fee: $65.55 for new dwellings; $105.95 for residential sprinkler review; $40.30 for all other residential items such as decks, additions, and garages (County)
Permit fee formula: Flat village zoning fees by permit type. County building permit and plan review fees apply separately.
Payment note: Village payment notes not clearly posted. County notes state online payment is available and cash or checks are still accepted at the counter.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning for zoning permits; Medina County Building Department for building permits and inspections to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

330-722-9220 (County) (phone)

Scheduling deadline: County inspection requests received before 3:00 PM on a business day are eligible for next business day schedule, though next day is not guaranteed.

Typical inspection sequence: County sequence generally follows footing, foundation, rough inspections, and final inspection depending on project type.

Additional Resources

Building code: Lodi zoning is governed by the Village of Lodi zoning code. Building-code permits are handled by Medina County under Ohio building and residential codes.
Verify contractor license: Ohio eLicense Contractor Lookup
Zoning information: View zoning info
Contact
Economic Development
Medina County Building Department
License lookup guide: Ohio Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Ohio Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Ohio hub: Ohio Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning for zoning permits; Medina County Building Department for building permits and inspections before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Lodi Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Lodi, OH?: Lodi zoning code requires a zoning certificate before construction, reconstruction, structural alteration, moving a building, or changing use on premises, in addition to any required county building permit. County building permits are needed for regulated building, electrical, HVAC, and similar work.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Lodi, OH?: The minimum permit fee is $50. Fees are calculated as: Flat village zoning fees by permit type. County building permit and plan review fees apply separately.. Plan check fee: $65.55 for new dwellings; $105.95 for residential sprinkler review; $40.30 for all other residential items such as decks, additions, and garages (County).
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Lodi, OH?: 1. Confirm zoning requirements with the Village of Lodi Zoning and Planning contact. 2. Submit the village zoning certificate-permit application with required lot and project information. 3. If the work also requires a building permit, obtain county jurisdiction confirmation and then submit the county building application, plans, and site plot through the Medina County PCS process. 4. Pay village zoning fees and county plan review or permit fees. 5. Wait for zoning certificate issuance, then proceed with the county building permit review where applicable. 6. Schedule county inspections for building-code work and obtain final approvals.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Lodi, OH?: Typical processing time is Within 30 days after receipt of an application, the Zoning Inspector shall issue a zoning certificate if the application complies with the code and fees are paid. County residential plan review: 3 to 5 days depending on workload after payment..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Lodi, OH?: Inspections can be scheduled via: 330-722-9220 (County). County inspection requests received before 3:00 PM on a business day are eligible for next business day schedule, though next day is not guaranteed..

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