ABOUT BUILDING PERMITS

Permits are licenses that grant legal permission to start construction. Building permits are the means the City of Dayton uses to reduce potential hazards and unsafe construction practices, thereby ensuring the public health, safety and welfare.

Once downloaded, an application form can be filled out on your computer, provided you have Adobe Acrobat or comparable software. If you have difficulty filling out the form or find problems with a form, please call 937-333-6794.

PERMITS, FORMS & APPLICATIONS

• Building/Zoning Application (PDF) - Apply for one of the following permit types: building, zoning, fire alarm or suppression.
• Mechanical Application (PDF) - Conduct electrical, heating, gas, plumbing, sewer or water work.
• Sign Permit Application (PDF) - Erect or install a sign on your property.
• Tent Permit Application (PDF) - Erect a tent on your project.
  • Tent Payment Form (PDF)
• Wrecking Permit Application (PDF) - Use this application to pursue a demolition project.
  • Wrecking Payment Form (PDF)
• Zoning Verification Request (PDF) - Complete application for information, research and documentation.