City Building Permits

Village of Lexington, OH - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Ohio Richland County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Lexington

Department
Address
44 West Main Street, Lexington, OH 44904
Phone
419-884-0765
Website
https://lexingtonohio.us/administration

Application Process

  1. Complete the zoning permit application PDF.
  2. Bring the completed application to the Village Administrator for approval.
  3. For driveways, submit the driveway permit application with a site plan.
  4. Coordinate stormwater permitting with Richland County Soil and Water for qualifying projects.

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General Requirements

Required Documents

  • zoning permit application, site plan for driveway permits, and any stormwater materials if applicable.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
Resident zoning permit fee is $15.00.
Permit fee formula
Businesses under 5,000 square feet are $50.00; businesses over 5,000 square feet are $100.00; driveway permit fee is $10.00.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Village hall hours are not fully stated on the admin page reviewed.

Typical inspection sequence: Zoning permit first, then any county or other required approvals.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Lexington Building Permit FAQ

How much does a building permit cost in Village of Lexington, OH?
The minimum permit fee is Resident zoning permit fee is $15.00.. Fees are calculated as: Businesses under 5,000 square feet are $50.00; businesses over 5,000 square feet are $100.00; driveway permit fee is $10.00..
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Lexington, OH?
1. Complete the zoning permit application PDF. 2. Bring the completed application to the Village Administrator for approval. 3. For driveways, submit the driveway permit application with a site plan. 4. Coordinate stormwater permitting with Richland County Soil and Water for qualifying projects.

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