Ohio Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Ohio.
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Ohio Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Ohio Asbestos Contractor License
| Agency: | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Asbestos Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $750 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $750 |
| Due: | Annually |
Ohio Fire Protection License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Main company $200, Sole Proprietor $50, Branch Office $10 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Main company $200, Sole Proprietor $50, Branch Office $10 |
| Due: | Annually by July 1. |
Ohio General Contractor License
Not required
General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Ohio.
General Contractors are licensed at the county and city level.
Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Cincinnati Building Construction Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 filing fee + $208 same day processing service (optional) |
| Turnaround: | Minimum of 10 days. |
| Before you Apply: | -Contractor Registration Application Other Items Required If Applicable: |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of registration OR at time of state license renewal (for state-licensed contractors) |
| Penalties: | -$78 late fee for renewal applications, or corrected documents requested by City Staff, submitted within 30 days after the expiration date of the existing registration license |
| Notes: | Licenses can be renewed for up to three years |
Cincinnati Crane Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Cincinnati Electrical Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent in the mail 60 days prior to expiration. |
Cincinnati Home Improvement Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Cincinnati Hydronics Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Cincinnati Mechanical Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent in the mail 60 days prior to expiration. |
Cincinnati Plumbing Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Buildings & Inspections - Plumbing Inspections Group (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent in the mail 60 days prior to expiration. |
Cincinnati Refrigeration Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/buildings/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Cincinnati Department of Buildings & Inspections (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $130 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Notes: | Renewal forms are sent in the mail 60 days prior to expiration. |
City of Solon Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 registration fee + $10 for each additional trade |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 registration fee + $10 for each additional trade |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
City of Warrensville Heights Contractor Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Warrensville Heights Building and Housing Department (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Before you Apply: | -Certificate of Insurance of at least $500,000 for Personal Injury and $300,000 for Property Damage. |
| Bond Amount: | $10,000 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Before you Apply: | -Certificate of Insurance of at least $500,000 for Personal Injury and $300,000 for Property Damage. |
| Bond Amount: | $10,000 |
Cleveland Electrical Contractor Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | City of Cleveland Department of Building & Housing (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Annually |
Cleveland General Contractor Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | City of Cleveland Department of Building & Housing (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Notarize: | Required |
| Before you Apply: | -Application form |
| Required Attachments: | Corporations ONLY - provide a copy of Articles of Incorporation with the State Seal of Ohio |
| Bond Amount: | $25,000 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
Cleveland HVAC Contractor Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | City of Cleveland Department of Building & Housing (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Annually |
Cleveland Plumbing Contractor Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | City of Cleveland Department of Building & Housing (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Annually |
Columbus Electrical Contractor Registration
| More Information: | https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/contractor-licensing-and-registration/OCILB/ |
| Agency: | City of Columbus Building and Zoning - Board of Review of Electrical Contractors (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
| Due: | Annually by the end of the month of issuance. |
Columbus General Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | In person or by mail |
| Agency Fee: | $350 OR $200 if currently hold an active license or registration with the Department of Building & Zoning Services |
| Notarize: | Required |
| Before you Apply: | -General Contractor Application completed and signed by the person chosen to be the responsible party for the company registration. |
| Bond Amount: | $25,000 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | City will mail renewal documents |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
| Notarize: | Not required |
| Before you Apply: | -Renewal Cover Letter |
| Required Attachments: | Change of Assignment Application completed and notarized – required only if changing the assigned company or company name |
| Bond Amount: | $25,000 |
Columbus HVAC Contractor Registration
| More Information: | https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/contractor-licensing-and-registration/OCILB/ |
| Agency: | City of Columbus Building and Zoning - Board of Review of Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Hydronics Contractors (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
| Due: | Annually by the end of the month of issuance. |
Columbus Hydronics Contractor Registration
| More Information: | https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/contractor-licensing-and-registration/OCILB/ |
| Agency: | City of Columbus Department of Building and Zoning Services (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Columbus Plumbing Contractor Registration
| More Information: | https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/contractor-licensing-and-registration/OCILB/ |
| Agency: | City of Columbus Building and Zoning - Board of Review of Plumbing and Sewer Contractors (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
| Due: | Annually by the end of the month of issuance. |
Columbus Refrigeration Contractor Registration
| More Information: | https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/contractor-licensing-and-registration/OCILB/ |
| Agency: | City of Columbus Building and Zoning - Board of Review of Refrigeration Contractors (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $350 |
| Due: | Annually by the end of the month of issuance. |
Cuyahoga County Plumbing Contractor Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Cuyahoga County Board of Health - Plumbing Program (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Notes: | Contact the board for a renewal application. |
Franklin County Electrical Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Franklin County HVAC Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Springfield Electrical Contractor License
| More Information: | https://springfieldohio.gov/business-development/building-regulations/contractor-licenses/ |
| Agency: | City of Springfield Division of Building Regulations (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $300 per category. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 per category. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Springfield Fire Detection/Suppression Contractor License
| More Information: | https://springfieldohio.gov/business-development/building-regulations/contractor-licenses/ |
| Agency: | City of Springfield Division of Building Regulations (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Springfield Gas Piping Installation Contractor License
| More Information: | https://springfieldohio.gov/business-development/building-regulations/contractor-licenses/ |
| Agency: | City of Springfield Division of Building Regulations (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Springfield General Contractor License
| More Information: | https://springfieldohio.gov/business-development/building-regulations/contractor-licenses/ |
| Agency: | City of Springfield Division of Building Regulations (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Springfield HVAC Contractor License
| More Information: | https://springfieldohio.gov/business-development/building-regulations/contractor-licenses/ |
| Agency: | City of Springfield Division of Building Regulations (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $300 per category. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $200 per category. |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Wood County Contractor Registration
| Agency: | Wood County Building Inspection (OH) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 for each trade |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 for each trade |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
Individual Licenses
Ohio Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Ohio Asbestos Hazard Abatement Air Monitoring Technician Certification
| Agency: | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Asbestos Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Ohio Asbestos Hazard Abatement Project Designer Certification
| Agency: | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Asbestos Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Ohio Asbestos Hazard Abatement Specialist Certification
| Agency: | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Asbestos Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Ohio Asbestos Hazard Abatement Worker Certification
| Agency: | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Asbestos Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Ohio Asbestos Hazard Evaluation Specialist Certification
| Agency: | Ohio Environmental Protection Agency - Asbestos Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Ohio Commercial Electrical Contractor License
| Agency: | Ohio Department of Commerce - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board Examination Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Annually |
Ohio Commercial HVAC Contractor License
| Agency: | Ohio Department of Commerce - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board Examination Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Annually |
Ohio Commercial Hydronics Contractor License
| Agency: | Ohio Department of Commerce - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board - Examination Application |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
Ohio Commercial Plumbing Contractor License
| Agency: | Ohio Department of Commerce - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board Examination Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Annually |
Ohio Commercial Refrigeration Contractor License
| Agency: | Ohio Department of Commerce - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Not Set |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | Not Set |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board Examination Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $25 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $60 |
| Due: | Annually |
Ohio Fire Protection License
| Agency: | Ohio Department Of Commerce - Division Of State Fire |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 per category |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Annually by date of issuance. |
Ohio Lead Inspector License
| Agency: | Ohio Department of Health - Lead License Accreditation Program |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Exam Required? | Not Set |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Lead Licensure Application, online application available. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Required Attachments: |
|
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Liead Licensure Application, online application available |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Required Attachments: | Include a copy of your refresher training course certificate. |
Ohio Lead Risk Assessor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | Lead Licensure Application, online application available. |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Required Attachments: |
|
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Liead Licensure Application, online application available |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Due: | Biennially by date of issuance. |
| Required Attachments: | Include a copy of your refresher training course certificate. |
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