Building Department

About the Department

The Building Department is responsible for the processing, review, and issuance of both residential and commercial building permits. From small home repairs to new multi-story construction, the department helps ensure that all projects adhere to state standards. The department operates Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a one hour lunch closure from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Permits

All residential, commercial, and trade (electrical, HVAC, gas, etc.) permits can be filed through the City's online permitting system, CommunityCore. This system allows an applicant to submit permits, pay permit fees, track permit status, and schedule inspections through a single account. Please login or create an account using the resources provided below:

CommunityCore Registration (for first time users)
CommunityCore Login (resident and contractor login)
Frequently Asked Questions
2025 Fee Schedule(PDF, 643KB)

For questions on using CommunityCore, please contact us at 614.885.5380.

Inspections

Inspections are conducted during Building Department hours Monday through Friday. All inspections for Building, Engineering, and Zoning are scheduled using the inspection line at 614.802.1200 or online through the CommunityCore portal. Building and Engineering inspections can be scheduled Monday through Friday while Zoning inspections can be scheduled Monday through Thursday.

Inspections received by 3:00 PM will be scheduled for the next business day or later if requested. To cancel an inspection, please contact the Building Department at 614.802.1200.

Please Note: If an inspection results in a failure, re-inspection fees will be assessed to the permit and further inspections will not be accepted until the fees have been paid.

Contractor Registration

The City of Powell requires registration and insurance for all electrical, mechanical, plumbing/hydronics, fire protection, subcontractors, general contractors, water and sewer line installers, and any other trade performing services for all projects. Please complete our online contractor registration before submitting for a permit. If you are already registered, you can login to submit you permit application.

In order to register online, the following will be required:

Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the City of Powell as a certificate holder
Copy of Workers Compensation Certificate
Copy of State License (if applicable)
Registration Fee: $75.00