A permit is required for virtually all new construction, as well as additions to or remodeling of existing. Call 645-7314 with questions. Be sure your zoning conforms to all of the requirements of the Building and Zoning codes of the City of Columbus and has the correct classification. If a property is located within a commission area, building plans need to be reviewed and approved by the appropriate commission. The commission must issue a Certificate of Appropriateness prior to permit application.
Commissions usually meet monthly.
Call 645-7964 to find out if your project is in a historic architectural review area, for a commission meeting schedule, or for other historic preservation information. 109 N. Front St., ground floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215. Completed applications must be submitted at least 14 working days prior to the commission meeting. If a property is located within the University Impact District, exterior alterations requiring a permit, registration or zoning clearance need to be reviewed and approved by the University Area Review Board first. Call 645-8654 to schedule a hearing.