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Do I Need a Permit?

When is a Permit Required?

  • When the owner/agent wants to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move change the occupancy of a building or structure, or portion thereof

         OR

  • When the owner/agent wants to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing system, other building service equipment or piping system.

Choose your project type

  • Residential Construction
  • Commercial Construction
  • Related Construction
    • Mechanical
    • Electrical
    •  Plumbing
    • Gas
    • Fire Protection Systems
  • Other

To apply go to Access Kettering.

Other Required Permits

Fire Department Permits

The Kettering Fire Department issues permits for temporary fuel gas tanks (single or multiple) over 100 lbs., underground tank removal, and torch-applied or hot mopped roofing operations.

Tent Permits

Includes tents over 400 sq. ft. used for commercial operations, festivals or seasonal sales. Tents used for large mercantile or assembly purposes require lighted exit signs and multiple exits. Seating chart required for assembly uses.

Demolition

Includes demolition of any part or whole building unless approved in conjunction with a building permit. Foundations must be removed and the site restored to its original paved or landscaped condition (grass).

Signs

Includes all temporary or permanent signs. Must conform to the City of Kettering Zoning Ordinance. Lighted signs must be UL- approved and require an Electrical Permit.

Montgomery County Combined Health District

If you are planning to begin construction of a new food service operation (restaurant), retail food establishment (grocery), or transient accommodation (motel), you must submit plans for the work to be completed to the Montgomery County Combined Health District. Plans are also required when planning any substantial alteration to any of the those types of  facilities.  For more information you may call their offices at 937-225-6150.

Note: Some projects do not conform to the City of Kettering Zoning Code. Those applicants will be advised by the building or zoning staff to apply to the Board of Zoning Appeals for approval before permits for the job will be issued.

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