500 South Sandusky Avenue
Bucyrus, Ohio 44820-2623
Fax: 419-562-4013
The Bucyrus Engineering & Zoning Department shall be an important supportive element to the Bucyrus Vision of being a financially sound city that is well maintained and provides an excellent quality of life for the community.
The Bucyrus Engineering & Zoning Department is dedicated to excellent planning, engineering, development and growth in our community that creates prosperity, and a high quality of life.
Street | Start | End |
E Warren St | S Lane St | Jones St |
E Rensselaer St | S Lane St | S Highland St |
Mansfield St | Walnut | Clark St |
Cleland St | Earl St | Sherman St |
Wilber St | Earl St | Beverly Dr |
Schaber Ave | Tiffin St | Dean St |
Fremont St | W Irving St | N Terminus |
Dean St | W Irving St | Schaber Ave |
W Rensselaer St | S Spring St | W Terminus |
W Warren St | S Spring St | Kramer Ave |
Brentwood St | W Terminus | E Terminus |
Clark St | W Rensselaer St | Martin Ave |
Grace St | W Rensselaer St | W Warren St |
N Poplar St | W Mary St | River St |
River St | Tiffin St | Perry St |
Tiffin St | River St | N City Limit |
Rosewood Ave | W Southern Ave | Brentwood St |
Hillcrest Dr | W SOuthern Ave | Wade Dr |
Laura Ave | Hillcrest Dr | Rosedale Ave |
Joan Dr | Marion Rd | Home Cir Dr |
Arch Dr | Marion Rd | Home Cir Dr |
Home Circle Dr | All |
The Bucyrus Engineering Department is here to help you with your development needs.
From fences to Subdivisions we are here to help guide you through the development process.
The City of Bucyrus has partnered with the Richland County Building Department for commercial building inspections and permitting. Learn More
Learn more about the need for permits in Bucyrus
Important section about Flood Hazard Area Develpment and the National Flood Insurance Program Learn More
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This section provides some guidance on when a permit is required; but since every project is unique, the best way to determine if a permit is required is to ask a representative from the Engineering and Zoning Office about your particular project as early in the process as possible.
The permit and inspection process is in place to assure everyone’s adherence to minimum standards to safeguard life and limb and property and public welfare and to uphold the design standards of the community. The nearly universal enforcement of recognized building codes in the United States has resulted in a built environment that is among the safest in the world.
A permit is required before beginning to construct a house or any building or structure of any kind, or enlarge, alter, repair, remodel, improve, rehabilitate, move, raze, demolish or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or a portion of it. A separate demolition permit is required before demolition of any building or portion thereof.
Also, a permit is required for the following items: additions, carports, change of occupancy, commercial construction (i.e. apartments, condos, churches, businesses, restaurants), cooling systems, commercial kitchen exhaust hoods, decks, electrical work, fire alarms, fire suppression systems, garages, interior alterations, manufactured home installations, modular home installations, moving buildings, plumbing, remodeling, roofing (including re-shingling), sewer tap-ins, single family dwellings, storage building (with or without a permanent foundation), swimming pools, and towers.
Building permits are not required for door replacement, window replacement, spouting and gutters, interior and exterior painting, insulation, sealing of bricks, flooring, repair of decks, porches or steps, and driveway resurfacing.
All new fence installations require a permit. Fence placement regulations vary by the size of the fence and if it is next to an alley. Please contact the Engineering & Zoning Office for requirements.:
A fence may be placed on the property line provided you have a written agreement with your neighbor and that agreement is submitted with your permit application to the Engineering & Zoning Office.
All new structures require a building and a zoning permit. Placement of the shed varies according to the development standards of each zoning district. No shed may be placed on a vacant residential lot without the approval of the Board of Zoning Appeals. Please contact the Engineering & Zoning Office for requirements
Yes, all new structures require a building and a zoning permit. Placement of the patio varies according to the development standards of each zoning district. Please contact the Engineering & Zoning Office for requirements.
Swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs containing water more than 24 inches in depth shall be completely surrounded by a fence or wall at least 48 inches in height with an operable gate and lock. Swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs shall not be located in any front yard. Spas and hot tubs with a lockable cover shall be exempt from the above requirements. All new swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs require a zoning and building permit prior to installation.
New driveway installations require a permit. The driveway cannot be placed closer than three feet to a side property line. The apron material must be constructed of Portland cement from the street to the right-of-way line. The cost for a new driveway permit is two dollars per linear foot as measured along the street. Residential, commercial, and industrial driveways all have specific requirements. Please contact the Engineering & Zoning Office for requirements.
If you are replacing the shingles you only need a building permit. If you are making any structural repairs you need a building and a zoning permit.
Yes, all new structures require a building and a zoning permit. Placement of the deck varies according to the development standards of each zoning district. Please contact the Engineering & Zoning Office for requirements.
Yes, all new structures require a building and a zoning permit. Placement of the handicap ramp varies according to the development standards of each zoning district. Handicap ramps in residential areas, otherwise not in compliance with the zoning regulations, may be approved by the Zoning Inspector in cases of exceptional physical conditions on a case by case basis.
For simple projects such as a residential fence or patio, a general site plan showing the project area with lot lines will be sufficient. Larger projects may require full engineered drawings. Please contact the Engineering & Zoning Office for requirements.
Fill out an application and bring your drawings or sketch of your project to the Engineering & Zoning Office during regular business hours for approval. If you need assistance filling out your application, we will be glad help you.
You will be glad to know that most permits are approved the same day as they are submitted provided a registered contractor is used and the project meets the development standards for the zoning district where it is located. Larger projects may take up to 30 days for approval.
Please go to this link for a list of permit fees.
Failure to obtain required permits is a misdemeanor and punishable by fines as much as $500.00 per day, every day the violation persists.
Building permits are valid for six months after the date of issue, and zoning permits are valid for one year after the date of issue.
The Biggert-Waters National Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 provides long-term changes to the National Flood Insurance Program. Under the new law, rates are likely to increase overall to reflect the true flood risk of your home or business and many insurance discounts will be eliminated. FEMA has provided this Q&A document for further information. Also, please see this brochure for ways to help manage your risk.
The QBS Policy is a qualifications-based selection policy for professional services.
Download the Bucyrus QBS policy.
The City of Bucyrus has partnered with the Richland County Building Department for commercial building inspections and permitting. While planning for your new commercial development project, check with the Richland County Building Department early for required permits and inspections.
Richland County Building Deparment
1495 West Longview Avenue
Suite 202A
Mansfield, OH 44906
Phone: 419-774-5517 | Fax: 419-774-6317
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
http://www.richlandcountyoh.us/index.php/departments/public-works/building-department
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