Building Inspection

The Division of Inspection is a state-certified building inspection department enforcing the building and zoning codes of the state of Ohio and the City of Toledo to ensure the safety of public structures. The Division’s goal is to provide professional and efficient service to citizens while processing permits, reviewing plans, performing inspections and issuing certificates of occupancy.

Building Inspection is funded primarily through General Fund dollars.

The 2022 proposed budget funds 23.00 FTEs with a total personnel cost of $2,152,936.

Inspection is continuing to implement a new licensing and permitting system in 2021 to enable the department to connect with citizens and streamline processes related to land management, asset management, licensing, and public health & safety. Initial implementation costs are supported by the CIP fund.