Building Regulations

Electrical Inspector Stephanie Swan featured in Girl Power event sponsored by Imagination Station



Stephanie Swan, an Electrical Inspector with Lucas County Building Regulations was featured recently in a video promoting professional STEM Careers during the recent Girl Power event sponsored by Imagination Station.  The video promoting professional STEM careers can be viewed online.

UPDATE: Lucas County Building Regulations is following the recommendations of health officials 



 Lucas County Building Regulations is following the recommendations of health officials to limit public contact as much as possible to curtail the spread of the coronavirus.  We are encouraging all Lucas County residents to do the same during this unprecedented time.

With that in mind, we are continuing to do business with limited person-to-person interaction.  At this time, we do not plan to completely suspend our services.

Read more (PDF) about these recommendations.

Permit Applications (Type of Permits and Downloadable Permit Applications)
Types and Downloadable Permit Page

Our Goal
Above all, the Lucas County Building Regulations Department is a service agency. Our goal is to provide to the citizens of Lucas County a department that is responsive to the rights and needs of the individual while working within the guidelines adopted by the Board of Commissioners to protect the safety and welfare of the general public.



  1. When do I need a building permit?
  2. What do I need to obtain a residential building permit?
  3. How many sets of drawings are required for commercial plan review?
  4. Where can I find out information regarding post frame buildings and decks?
View All