Permits for fences in unincorporated Franklin County are issued by the applicable township zoning office. Most townships require a zoning certificate for fences over 6 feet or within front-yard setbacks. Pool barriers always require a building permit under the Ohio Residential Code.
The Franklin County Economic Development and Planning Department administers zoning for townships that contract with the county (including Jackson, Pleasant, and Truro Townships in part). Other townships such as Jefferson, Norwich, and Sharon run their own zoning offices. Zoning-certificate fees range from 25 to 75 dollars. Building permits for pool barriers or structural walls require Franklin County Building Regulation review.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
See how Franklin County's permit requirements rules stack up against other locations.
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