Wyandot County Building Department

Department Overview

The Wyandot County Building Department is responsible for the administration and enforcement of the applicable State of Ohio Building codes for commercial and industrial construction, alteration and additions.

SAFEbuilt provides all services of the Wyandot County Building Department. 

In-person meetings are by appointment only. Call 419-294-3837 to set up an appointment.

Service Area (as of Sept. 2023):

• City of Upper Sandusky
• Village of Harpster
• Village of Sycamore
• All unincorporated areas of Wyandot County
• The Villages of Carey and Wharton are serviced by the Richland County Building Department.
• All other municipalities are serviced directly through the State of Ohio.

NOTE: All Wyandot County Plumbing and Med Gas approvals and inspections are provided by the Richland County Health Department at this time: 
Website
Phone: 419-774-4500

Responsibilities

Certified by the State of Ohio, the Wyandot County Building Department is to ensure that the County meets the minimum building code safety standards. Dedicated Building, Electrical, and Fire inspectors provide plan reviews, issue plan approvals, and conduct inspection services for building, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical, and fire protection systems, code enforcement and information. 

Application Information

Inspections must scheduled in advance with a 24 hour notice. We will provide a 2 hour window for the inspector to arrive on site.

Contractors must obtain a registration before any work is performed. The following contractors must provide proof of licensure by the State of Ohio:

• Electrical
• Fire Protection 
• HVAC
• Hydronics
• Plumbing
• Refrigeration