Richland County, Ohio
Office: 419-756-7256|Fax: 419-756-7398|Staff Town Hall
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Zoning & permits

Applications, guidance, office hours, and contacts for property owners and builders.

Zoning Office

Office hours: Mondays, 3:00–5:00 PM, except holidays.

Brett Pauley
Zoning Inspector
Office: 222 Vanderbilt Road, Mansfield, Ohio 44904-9586
Phone: 419-756-7256, ext. 1
Fax: 419-756-7398
Email: zoning@washingtontwprc.org

When is a zoning permit needed?

  • New homes and additions
  • Decks and accessory buildings
  • Swimming pools
  • Commercial and industrial uses
  • Signs and solar installations
  • Temporary structures

Before you begin construction

Review the township checklist before starting a project. Depending on the work, you may also need approvals from county building, health, storm-water, or engineering offices.

View zoning forms and checklists →
Before you dig, call 811.