Electrical Permit
Residential Fee: $25

An electrical permit is required when an upgrade or new electrical service is being installed.

Residential electrical permits can be obtained by contacting the Building and Zoning Department City Building.
(Phone 419-468-2642)

Residential projects requiring an electrical permit would include any construction involving new electrical service, or any upgrade of existing service (example: a change from 60 to 100 amp service). A permit may also be required if relocating the meter. Replacing existing wiring or adding new receptacles when remodeling does not require a permit, however, adding new wiring will require a permit.

Sketches and specifications are available to assist you in your project at the City Electric Division. Feel free to stop there if you need assistance.

Meter Tampering: At no time shall anyone tamper with meter base, meter, or service connection in any way. Anyone tampering or attempting to tamper with a meter will be subject to a $100.00 fine and/or loss of service. If you need your meter base removed or loosened for new siding or any other reason, contact the City Electric Division to do this for you.

Inspections needed:
Rough-in (before wiring is covered by insulation or drywall)
Final (upon completion, but before use or occupancy)
Note: It is your responsibility to call the City Building/Zoning Office at 468-2642 at least 48 hours prior to rough-in inspection and at least seven days prior to occupancy or use.

Commercial electrical work requires a permit from the State of Ohio which can be obtained through the City of Galion, 301 Harding Way East, or call 419-468-2642. You will need 4 sets of Construction and/or Wiring Plans, three of which will be returned and stamped with Approval before you can begin the project. The City of Galion now also handles the final inspections.

Required for permit:
Construction Plan or
Wiring Plan
Site Plan
Inspection

Other permits you may need:
Building
Plumbing
Zoning