All forms, permits, inspection requests and contractor registrations can be found on the portal.
Inspections
The City of Stow Building Department offers same-day inspection. You must call in your inspection before 9 am that day. Any inspection called in after 9 am will be performed on the following day. Electric and plumbing inspections are completed on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in the morning. For an inspection request, call 330-689-2728.
Inspection requests can me made online 24/7 in the Online permit Access and Processing Portal
Sanitary Sewer Permits
The City of Stow Building Department does not handle sanitary sewer permits. You must make an application to:
Summit County Department of Sanitary Services (D.O.S.S.S.)
1180 S Main Street
Akron, Ohio 44301
Phone: 330-926-2409.
Energy Conservation Software
Energy Conservation Software for Commercial (ComCheck) and Residential (ResCheck) buildings may be downloaded from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Ohio Building Codes
The Ohio Board of Building Standards adopts rules that regulate residential and commercial construction throughout the State. Ohio Codes are available to the public at the BBS website. Click on the "CODES" tab at the top of the page and follow the prompts.
Permit Guides