Building Department
Founded in 1923 by Mary M. Emery and planned by John Nolen, the Village of Mariemont was envisioned as a model garden‑city with walkable streets, parks, and thoughtfully designed homes and civic buildings. Today, much of Mariemont is recognized as a National Historic Landmark District, reflecting the lasting significance of its plan and architecture.
The Building Department helps residents, property owners, businesses, and contractors care for and invest in that legacy. We administer the Village of Mariemont Zoning Code and applicable Ohio building codes; review permit applications; conduct inspections; and issue final certifications to ensure projects are safe, code‑compliant, and compatible with the character and scale of Mariemont’s neighborhoods and commercial areas. We also coordinate reviews within the Village’s local historic districts to support the preservation of Mariemont’s landmark features.
Every project, whether a small repair or a major renovation, benefits from clear information and timely coordination. Our team is committed to being accessible, responsive, and solution‑oriented. We encourage applicants to contact us early in the planning process so that zoning, building code, permitting, and historic district considerations can be addressed efficiently and constructively.
Through thoughtful review, dependable service, and a cooperative approach, the Building Department works to facilitate successful projects while preserving the qualities that make Mariemont a special place to live, work, and visit.
Building Department applications, forms, and documents are available online. Please click the appropriate document title below to proceed.
Village of Mariemont Building Department
Col. Donald L. Shanks Municipal Building- Second Floor
6907 Wooster Pike
Mariemont, OH 45227
Phone: (513) 271-3246, ext. #4
E-mail: building@mariemont.org
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00am – 2:00pm, or by appointment
We strongly recommend scheduling appointments for fee payments, permit pickup, or other services, as the Administrator may be out of the office for inspections or meetings.
Inspections — Schedule inspections by calling the appropriate number:
Building permits (construction, deck, roof, HVAC): 513‑378‑4715
Zoning permits (fence, driveway, tree): 513‑271‑3246, ext. 4
Rental property inspections: 513‑787‑4128
Looking to pay building fees online? We’ve got you!
You will need to enter your 7-digit permit # and payment amount.
Please note a 3% convenience fee will be added at checkout.
Click the link below to process your payment:
Staff:
Building & Zoning Administrator: Shawn Patrick Tubb, AIA
Building Commissioner: Gerry Stoker*
Building Inspector: Darren Mills*
Rental Inspector: Bill Knight*
*Contracted through XPEX, LLC (work remotely and do not have in-office hours in Mariemont)
Permits & Approvals
All Building Department applications and forms are available online for your convenience.
Minimum Heat Requirements
It shall be the duty of every person who shall have contracted or undertaken to furnish heat for any building or portion thereof, occupied as a home or place of residence of one or more persons, to heat or to furnish heat for every occupied room in such building, or portion thereof, so that a minimum temperature of seventy (70) degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Centigrade) may be maintained therein between the hours of 6:00 am and 11:00 pm and a minimum temperature of sixty-four (64) degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees Centigrade) between the hours of 11:00 pm and 6:00 pm of each day whenever the outer or street temperature shall fall below fifty-five (55) degrees Fahrenheit (13 degrees Centigrade).
Wireless Communications Facilities Design Guidelines
Design Guidelines for Wireless Communications Facilities (for O-15-20)
