City of Rocky River, Ohio Building Permits For more information please visit the Building Department webpage. Accessory Structure Permit ApplicationBottom of Footer Elevation Inspection CertificateBuilding Permit Application - CommercialBuilding Permit Application – ResidentialBusiness License ApplicationContractor Registration ApplicationElectrical Permit ApplicationFence Permit ApplicationGarage, Yard & House Sale Permit ApplicationHVAC Permit ApplicationOccupancy Permit ApplicationPlumbing Permit ApplicationRental License Application Rental License/Certificate of Occupancy Inspection ChecklistRequest for Zoning ChangeRight-of-way permit applicationRITA Business Registration Form 48Sign Permit ApplicationSmall Cell Wireless Application ChecklistWaterproofing Permit ApplicationFee ScheduleInstructions for Board of Zoning Appeals (Variances)Planning Commission Special Instructions to ApplicantsRules and Procedures - Design & Construction Board of Review Downloadable forms may be returned with check or money order (no credit cards).