Residential permits are required any time there is an addition, alteration, repair or construction to your home or accessory structure. Permits are necessary for most home improvements or additions, so they may be inspected for safety, zoning compliance, and sound construction practices.
Contractors are required to be registered with the City of Independence. The city code requires all contractors to be registered with the City of Independence prior to starting any job.
To schedule an inspection appointment contact the Building Department at 216-524-1019. We ask for 24 hour notice and schedule by date and time, Monday-Friday 9 am - 4 pm.

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Commercial Downloadable Forms/Permits14 documents
- 2021 Contractor Registration.pdf
- Commercial Fee Schedule Commercial Fee Schedule for permit fees
- Commercial Project Permit New building, addition to existing building
- Concrete Permit Residential flat work, Commercial driveways or parking areas
- Electrical Permit
- HVAC Permit
- Misc. Commercial Permit Fire sprinkler, suppression, alarm, communication cable, low voltage, roofing
- Miscellaneous Permit Residential Remodeling/Alterations, Siding, Waterproofing, Roofing, Fences, Windows
- Occupancy Permit Application Change in Occupancy Use or Tenant Information
- Plumbing Permit
- RITA Form Business Registration Form 48
- Sign Application
- Tenant Alteration Permit
- Workers Compensation Affidavit Notarized form if no Worker's Compensation
Residential Downloadable Forms/Permits16 documents
- 2021 Contractor Registration.pdf
- 2021 Rental Property Exemption Form.pdf
- 2021 Rental Registration.pdf
- Auto Sale Application
- Building Permit Additions, Demolitions etc.
- Concrete Permit Flatwork: Patio, Garage/Shed Base, Fire Pit
- Electrical Permit
- Garage Sale Application
- HVAC Permit
- Miscellaneous Permit Residential Remodel/Alteration, Siding, Waterproofing, Roofing, Fences, Windows
- Plumbing Permit
- Residential Deck Application
- RITA Form Business Registration Form 48
- Shed & Garage Application
- Swimming Pool Application
- Workers Compensation Affidavit Notarized form if no Worker's Compensation