City Building Permits

Village of Seville, OH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Ohio Medina County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Seville handles local zoning permits through the village. Medina County handles building-code permits and inspections for Seville Village properties.

Department
Village of Seville Zoning for zoning permits; Medina County Building Department for building permits and inspections
Address
Village of Seville Municipal Building, 120 Royal Crest Drive, Seville, OH 44273; Medina County Building Department, 791 W Smith Road, Medina, OH 44256
Phone
Village: 330-769-4146; Zoning: 234-565-8444; County: 330-722-9220
Website
https://villageofseville.org/zoning/

Online Permit Portal

Open PCS Permit Portal (County Building Permits)

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

Application Process

  1. Review the Seville zoning page and choose the correct village form (standard zoning certificate application, conditional zoning certificate application, variance application, or RV permit application).
  2. Submit the village zoning application with required plans and supporting documentation.
  3. For conditional zoning certificates, submit the special form and fee, then proceed through Planning and Zoning Commission hearing and decision steps.
  4. If the project also needs a building permit, submit the county application, plans, and site plot through the Medina County PCS process after obtaining village zoning approval.
  5. Pay village zoning fees and county plan review or permit fees.
  6. Schedule county inspections for building-code work and obtain final approvals.

Typical processing time: Planning and Zoning Commission must hold a public hearing within 35 days and then has 30 days after hearing to approve or deny conditional zoning application. No separate general zoning permit turnaround posted.

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

General Requirements

Village zoning certificate application covers new construction, business, deck, fence, industrial, remodeling, accessory building, residence, sign board, agriculture building, swimming pools, satellite dish, and other listed uses. Separate county building permits are required for building-code regulated work.

Required Documents

  • Village forms request owner and builder information, property location, proposed use, flood hazard information, acreage or square footage, and supporting plans
  • Conditional zoning applications require additional documentation referenced in the zoning code
Permit validity
Seville zoning certificate becomes void one year after issuance unless construction is started and completed within 18 months. If construction is not started or use changed within one year, a new permit is required.
Building code
Seville zoning is governed by the village zoning ordinance code book and related village legislation. Building-code permits are administered by Medina County under Ohio building and residential codes.
Contractor requirements
No local Seville contractor registration program on public zoning 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
$200
Plan check fee
$65.55 for new dwellings; $105.95 for residential sprinkler review; $40.30 for all other residential items (County)
Permit fee formula
Village zoning appears to use flat fees by application type. County building fees apply separately.
Payment note
Seville offers online payment for zoning permits and states that a convenience fee applies.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Seville Zoning 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 scheduling, though next day is not guaranteed.

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

Additional Resources

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Seville Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Seville, OH?
Village zoning certificate application covers new construction, business, deck, fence, industrial, remodeling, accessory building, residence, sign board, agriculture building, swimming pools, satellite dish, and other listed uses. Separate county building permits are required for building-code regulated work.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Seville, OH?
The minimum permit fee is $200. Fees are calculated as: Village zoning appears to use flat fees by application type. County building fees apply separately.. Plan check fee: $65.55 for new dwellings; $105.95 for residential sprinkler review; $40.30 for all other residential items (County).
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Seville, OH?
1. Review the Seville zoning page and choose the correct village form (standard zoning certificate application, conditional zoning certificate application, variance application, or RV permit application). 2. Submit the village zoning application with required plans and supporting documentation. 3. For conditional zoning certificates, submit the special form and fee, then proceed through Planning and Zoning Commission hearing and decision steps. 4. If the project also needs a building permit, submit the county application, plans, and site plot through the Medina County PCS process after obtaining village zoning approval. 5. Pay village zoning fees and county plan review or permit fees. 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 Seville, OH?
Typical processing time is Planning and Zoning Commission must hold a public hearing within 35 days and then has 30 days after hearing to approve or deny conditional zoning application. No separate general zoning permit turnaround posted..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Seville, 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 scheduling, though next day is not guaranteed..

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