1. Change of Occupancy OAC 4101: 2-1-27 (C)

    1. Plan Examination Fee and Application Fee based on square footage (see fee schedule).
    2. Applicant must submit two complete sets of scaled plans.
    3. Plans must comply with current OBC with respect to the new use; architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical.
    4. Upon review and approval of the plans, the applicant must pay for the necessary permit fees for alteration of said building for the new use.
    5. All necessary inspections must be performed before the Certificate of Occupancy will be issued.

  2. Existing Building OAC 4101:2-1-27 (D)

    1. Plan Examination and Application Fee based on square footage (see fee schedule).
    2. Applicant must submit two sets of scaled existing floor plans.
    3. Each floor layout should include means of egress, exit signs and emergency lightings and any addition information with respect to life safety.
    4. In addition, the Owner must submit the following:
      • Letter requesting a Certificate of Occupancy, the letter should include the address of building, occupant load and the number of years the building has been in use.
      • Supporting evidence of the building use can be obtained from the local Fire Department and from the Utility Company records.
    5. Upon review and approval of the plans the applicant will be required to pay for one or more inspections of building, i.e./ structural, mechanical, or electrical.