Akron, Ohio Building Codes
Additional Resources
Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for Akron, Ohio.
This information is obtained directly to the source -- the city, county and state building departments that issue these codes. If you find an error, please send an e-mail with the updated information to RCDWebmaster@ReedBusiness.com.
Ohio has adopted a state-wide building code, the Ohio Building Code (OBC). -Copies are available from ICC, (800) 786-4452. An electronic version of Akron’s code can be found here.
Building inspection questions can also be directed to BuildingInspection@ci.akron.oh.us or (330) 375-2010, Phone; (330) 375-2102, Fax.
Akron Ohio Building Codes
| Code Type | Code Model | Amendment Contact |
| Building/Dwelling Code | 2007 Ohio Building Code (2006 IBC) | See Special Notes |
| Structural Code | 2007 Ohio Building Code (2006 IBC) | See Special Notes |
| Plumbing Code | 2007 Ohio Plumbing Code (2006 IPC) | See Special Notes |
| Mechanical Code | 2007 Ohio Mechanical Code (2006 IMC) | See Special Notes |
| Electrical Code | 2007 Ohio Building Code | See Special Notes |
| Fire/Life Safety Code | 2007 Ohio Fire Code (IFC 2006) | See Special Notes |
| Accessibility Code | ADAAG (2005 Ohio Building Code) | See Special Notes |
| Energy Code | 2003 IECC (Residential) and ASHRAE 90.1-2004 (Commercial) | See Special Notes |
| Elevator Code | ASME A17.1a - 2005 (Ohio Administrative Code 4101:5 and 1301:3-6 | Online |
Ohio Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
| Jurisdictional Area | Contact |
| Structural | Building Department Phone: (330) 375-2222 |
| Plumbing | Plumbing/Mechanical Inspection Phone: (330) 375-2310 |
| Mechanical | Plumbing/Mechanical Inspection Phone: (330) 375-2310 |
| Electrical | Electrical Inspection Phone: (330) 375-2314 |
| Zoning | Zoning Division Phone: (330) 375-2750 |
| Planning | Design Division Phone: (330) 375-2750 |
| Environmental | Environmental Health Phone: (330) 375-2405 |
| City Attorney | Max Rothal Director of Law Phone: (330) 375-2030 Fax: (330) 375-2041 |
Other Ohio Municipalities
Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Ohio:
