Fayette, OH · Fulton County

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Application for Certificate of Occupancy

Property owners use this application to request a permanent or temporary Certificate of Occupancy for a structure in Fayette.

What this form is

The Village of Fayette requires an application when a structure changes ownership, is significantly altered, converted or enlarged, or changes use. The form asks for property owner and property details, existing and proposed uses, the certificate type requested, and—if temporary certification is requested—the reason. A $20 application fee must be received before processing, and applications must be submitted before use.

Who needs it

Property owners applying for a permanent or temporary certificate after a change in ownership, alteration, conversion, enlargement, or change in use need this form.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application does not require notarization; it has no sworn attachment, and the form provides a signature line for the zoning inspector.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Certificate of Occupancy application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Provide the requested owner and property details, proposed use, certificate type, and any applicable reason.

  3. 3

    Prepare The Fee

    The form states that the $20 application fee must be received before the application can be processed.

  4. 4

    Submit Before Use

    Submit the application before use; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Who should file this Certificate of Occupancy application?
Property owners should apply when ownership changes, a structure is significantly altered, converted or enlarged, or its use changes.
What information does the application request?
It asks for owner and property details, existing and proposed uses, the certificate type requested, and a reason if temporary certification is sought.
How do I submit the Certificate of Occupancy application?
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The $20 fee must be received before processing.
Do I need a notary for this application?
No. The application does not require notarization and lists no sworn attachment; it provides a signature line for the zoning inspector.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Certificate of Occupancy doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Fayette form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.