Athens County
Complete Guide Listing
Introduction
The Small Business Resource Manual was developed by the Ohio Small Business Development
Center at Marietta College to assist Washington County residents who have an interest
in starting or expanding a small business.
While it is nearly impossible to cover every facet involved in business start-ups
or expansions, the following pages do provide a guide for you to follow as
you embark on your new adventure.
Regulations governed by the enclosed agencies change frequently.
p> For further assistance, please contact the Small Business Development Center at Washington State Community College, 308 Front St, Marietta, OH 45750; Telephone: 740-373-5150 and Fax number 740-373-7496, email plankford@wscc.edu.The Ohio Small Business Development Center at Ohio University Phone: (740) 593-1797
Fax: (740) 593-1795
Ohio University SBDC
Building 20, The Ridges, Room 174
Athens, OH 45701
Offers one-on-one business consulting, resource referrals, start-up information, business plan development, financial projections, loan application assistance, a resource center for market research and development, record-keeping assistance, cash management training, marketing review, financial management analysis, workshops and seminars, information on business financing, reference library, specialized services for women.
County Overview
Highlights and statistical information
NAMED FOR: Athens, Greece
ESTABLISHED: Act - March 1, 1805
2000 POPULATION: 62,223
LAND AREA: 506.8 square miles
COUNTY SEAT: Athens City
Athens County is a dynamic center for art, entertainment, tourism, shopping, and recreation. Athens County is located in the southeastern portion of the state, and is part of Ohio's Appalachian Region. U.S. Route 50 and State Routes 32, 56 and 550 cross the county east and west, and U.S. Route 33 and State Routes 13, 144, 529 and 681 run north and south. The Hocking River flows into the Ohio River in Athens County.
Athens County and the City of Athens were established with the idea of having a university west of the Alleghenies. Ohio University in Athens City became the first college founded in the Northwest Territory. The University has added to the area's blend of country and culture. One of the University's earliest Presidents was William Holmes McGuffey, the author of the McGuffey Reader.
Major attractions in Athens County include the Wayne National Forest, Zaleski State Forest, Burr Oak State Park and Lodge, Stroud's Run State Park, Athens County Historical Society and Museum, Dairy Barn Southeastern Ohio, Cultural Arts Center, Robbins Crossing, Hocking Valley Scenic Railway and Ohio University.
The following summary provides a personal, residential, commercial, and industrial demographic snapshot of the county:
Demographics
ATHENS COUNTY COMMUNITY INFORMATION
| Largest Communities |
1998 |
|
Persons by Age |
2000 |
| Athens City |
21,706 |
|
Under 5 years |
2,972 |
| Nelsonville City |
4,661 |
|
5 to 9 years |
3,140 |
| Glouster Village |
1,949 |
|
10 to 14 years |
3,182 |
| Chauncey Village |
994 |
|
15 to 19 years |
8,302 |
| Albany Village |
899 |
|
20 to 24 years |
12,899 |
| Coolville Village |
671 |
|
25 to 34 years |
7,495 |
| Buchtel Village |
665 |
|
35 to 44 years |
7,229 |
| Jacksonville Village |
547 |
|
45 to 54 years |
6,830 |
| Trimble Village |
440 |
|
55 to 59 years |
2,376 |
| Amesville Village |
243 |
|
60 to 64 years |
2,005 |
| |
|
|
65 and over |
5,787 |
| Housing Units |
|
|
|
|
| Total Units |
2, 901 |
|
|
|
| Owner Occupied |
13,605 |
|
Persons by Race |
2000 |
| Renter Occupied |
8,896 |
|
Total |
62,235 |
| |
|
|
White |
58,189 |
| Income |
2000 |
|
African American |
1,493 |
| Median Household -2000 |
$27,322 |
|
Am. Indian/Eskimo/Aleut |
186 |
| Per Capita - 2000 |
$14,171 |
|
Asian & Pacific Islander |
1,182 |
| |
|
|
Hispanic |
248 |
| Number of Households |
2000 |
|
|
|
| Total |
22,501 |
|
|
|
| Persons in Households |
53,905 |
|
Education (Enrollment) |
2000 |
| |
|
|
Public K-12 |
8,157 |
| Number of Families |
2000 |
|
Non-Public |
542 |
| Total |
12,710 |
|
4-Year Public University |
16,554 |
| Married couple |
9,797 |
|
Post Secondary 2-Year College |
2,241 |
| With related children under 18 yrs |
4,151 |
|
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| |
|
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|
|
| Population |
|
|
Agriculture |
2001 |
| 1970 |
54,889 |
|
Number of Farms |
550 |
| 1980 |
56,399 |
|
Land in Farms (acres) |
86,000 |
| 1990 |
59,549 |
|
|
|
| 2000 |
62,223 |
|
|
|
| 2005(Projected) |
61,800 |
|
|
|
| 2010(Projected) |
62,600 |
|
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| |
|
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|
|
| Health Care |
2000 |
|
|
|
| Hospitals |
2 |
|
|
|
| Physicians |
109 |
|
|
|
| Extended Care Homes |
5 |
|
|
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| Beds |
405 |
|
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ATHENS COUNTY BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
Utilities
Electric - American Electric Power/AEP
Natural and Bottled Gas - Columbia Gas of Ohio Inc.
Telephone - Local -Verizon; GTE; Ameritech; Altel
- Long Distance - ATT; MCI; Sprint; LCI
Transportation
- Airports
Local Airport - Ohio University - 2 runways; longest runway 4,200 ft.
Commercial Airport - Wood County, West Virginia - 2 runways; longest runway
6,780 ft.
International Airport - Port Columbus International - 3 runways; longest runway
10,250 ft.
- Bus Service
Athens City Transit
- Rail Service
Norfolk Southern
Major Employers
- Government and Service
Athens City Board of Education
Athens County Government
Hocking Technical College
Kroger Co.
Ohio University
Sheltering Arms Hospital
State of Ohio
- Manufacturing
Rocky Shoes & Boots
Tokyo Seat/TS Trim Industries
Civilian Work Force
2000 - - - 29,628
Components of Business Change
| |
1995 |
1996 |
1997 |
1998 |
| Business Starts |
133 |
129 |
119 |
125 |
| Business Terminations |
128 |
93 |
121 |
105 |
| Net Change |
5 |
36 |
-2 |
20 |
Community business resources
Many of the resources in this guide will assist you in developing a realistic plan prior to entering into business. Take the time to contact these sources of assistance and draw from
their skills and knowledge to complement and strengthen your chances of business success.
The following guide to area resources was compiled to include a representative cross-section of what is available. If the particular resource you contact cannot assist you personally with your need, they usually can refer you to someone who can.
This county has a vast and diversified group of
professionals who can provide invaluable information regarding the initial stages of your business. Early contact with the following could save you a lot of time, money and wasted effort. The Ohio Small Business Development Center at Ohio UniversityPhone: (740) 593-1797
Fax: (740) 593-1795
Ohio University SBDC
Building 20, The Ridges, Room 174
Athens, OH 45701
Offers one-on-one business consulting, resource referrals, start-up information, business plan development, financial projections, loan application assistance, a resource center for market research and development, record-keeping assistance, cash management training, marketing review, financial management analysis, workshops and seminars, information on business financing, reference library, specialized services for women.
The Appalachian Regional Entrepreneurship InitiativeBuilding 20, The Ridges, Room 143
Athens, Ohio 45701
Whatever your needs, whatever your size, whatever your aspirations, we're your one stop business partner. Call us to find out how our staff can complement the skills and experience of your staff to help your business grow. We work to understand the issues your company may be facing and tailor our services to meet your goals. Our highly specialized services cover all aspects of business and operations. We serve companies across all industries, including many manufacturing, services, and technology companies in the southeast Ohio region. Additionally, we offer assistance obtaining government contacts through our Procurement Technical Assistance Center* and assistance in selling your products in foreign markets through our International Trade Assistance Center.*
We partner with Adena Ventures, a New Markets Venture Capital company to provide operational assistance to high growth businesses not currently elidgible for venture capital. We also provider a number of services that best position these companies for capital or debt fudning, possible merger and acquisition activity, increased revenue potential, or the attraction of high caliber employees. We will also introduce you to the Business Development Group's partners and extensive community network.
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce5 N. Court Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce5 N. Court Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Athens Area chamber of Commerce has information concerning county demographics and community statistical data, available sites and buildings, and a “Finance and Development Incentives Guide;" information detailing Chamber member benefits and services and a website with useful links to other websites; current economic indicators of the county; local, state and federal legislation affecting the local business community; and lists of area professionals and businesses that can be of assistance to you and your business. The Chamber also provides information and advocacy for small business.
Athens County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau667 E. State Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Provides latest updates on area attractions, lodging information, calendar of events and meeting planning assistance. The Visitors Bureau enhances the economic and cultural development of Athens County through marketing and promotion of the area as a destination for travelers from outside of Athens County by marketing the leisure travel market, group leisure travel market and conference/meeting market.
The Ohio University Innovation Center Incubator340 West State St.
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Innovation Center is a business incubator. It was founded in 1983 and is the oldest university based incubator in the U.S. The Center provides an outlet for commercialization of University technology and helps area business start-ups. There are currently 11 tenants in the incubator.
Athens County Port Authority124 Longview Heights
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Port Authority contracts with the Chamber of Commerce to provide services and promote and manage properties. The Port Authority owns an industrial park called Poston Industrial Park with 122 acres available for industrial development.
ACEnet94 Columbus Road
Athens, Ohio 45701
ACEnet provides technical assistance to food and technology businesses and offers an incubator in which small businesses can locate operations to create and grow specialty food businesses called Food Ventures. Ace Net also provides small business loans. Ace Net’s mission is to build the capacity of local communities to network, innovate and work together to create strong, sustainable regional economy.
Integrated Service Systems Employment Training Center375 Richland Avenue, Suite 1
Athens, Ohio 45701
Provides supported employment services aimed at improving vocational skills. Also helps organizations with organization development and system improvement by defining network opportunities and managed services across systems.
Rural Action, Inc.One Mound Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Rural Action’s mission is to promote economic, social and environmental justice in Appalachian, Ohio. Programs include: Arts and Cultural Heritage Program promotes community revitalization through festivals and other arts programs; Sustainable Agricultural Program links local farmers and producers with consumers; Watershed Restoration Program restores damaged watersheds; Sustainable Forestry Program helps small businesses develop sustainable practices.
Educational resources
Educational institutions offer a wide variety of assistance
and should all be contacted periodically to learn what workshops,
seminars, and training programs are scheduled.
Most publish an annual calendar of small business training
opportunities. Take advantage of these resources. It is clearly
to your benefit.
Small Business Seminars, Workshops, & Continuing Education
The Ohio Small Business Development Center at Ohio UniversityBuilding 20, The Ridges, Room 174
Athens, Ohio 45701
Seminars and workshops for small business on numerous topics: start-up; marketing; financing; record keeping; etc.
Hocking Technical College3301 Hocking Parkway
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
5,000 students. Leader in forestry, hotel and restaurant management and ceramic engineering technology programs. 335 undergraduate areas of study.
OSU Extension, Athens County280 W. Union Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Athens County Cooperative Extension Service blends the needs of local citizens and communities, practical educational programs, new research and technical information. The Extension houses the Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development Program, Agriculture and Natural Resources and Family and Consumer Sciences.
Ohio University Athens, Ohio 45701
First institution of higher learning in the Northwest Territory. Cutler Hall is the oldest academic building west of the Allegheny Mountains and is a National Historic Landmark. Enrollment today is more than 19,000; Ohio University has five branch campuses. There are 335 undergraduate areas of study. Ohio University also offers Kennedy Lecture Series, attracting prominent speakers, i.e., Ellen Goodman, Jimmy Carter, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Matt Lauer, Newt Gingrich and Terry Anderson.
Tri-County Vocational School and Adult Career Center15676 State Route 691
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
A high-tech high school and adult career center, specializing in health care and computer courses and other classes to upgrade job skills. Many classes are in partnership with Hocking College. Offer training in new technologies, like program and software development and engineering graphics.
Athens Public Library30 Home
Athens, Ohio 45701
The reference and business sections of the library offer a broad selection of trade publications and statistical information in addition to books on how to go into business.
The library is usually able to order books and publications for you from other libraries.
The library frequently sponsors training on using the Internet.
The library staff will assist you in finding necessary information, much of it available on the Internet.
The library is a good source for demographic information about the Athens County area.
The Athens Public Library has a variety of general business-related information at the main library in Athens. Among the noteworthy titles are:
- Arthur Anderson Tackles 101 of Your Toughest Questions by Barbara B. Buckholz
- The Complete Country Business Guide, Everything You Need to Know to Become a Rural Entrepreneur by Lisa Rogak
- Small Business Trends and Entrepreneurship by the editors of Business Week
- How to Start a Home-based Craft Business by Kenn Oberrecht
- Home-based Business: A Winning Blueprint by U. S. SBA (video)
- Don’t Let the IRS Destroy Your Small Business, 76 Mistakes to Avoid by Michael Savage
- Small Business for Dummies by Eric Tyson and Jim Schell
- Entrepreneur Magazine’s 184 Businesses Anyone Can Start and Make a Lot of Money by the editors of Entrepreneur Magazine
- 168 More Businesses Anyone Can Start and Make a Lot of Money by Chase Revel
- Working Solo by Terri Lanier
- Dead Ahead, The Web Dilemma and the New Rules of Business by Laurie Windham with Jon Samsel
Other business titles and publications may be ordered through the library’s public access catalog through an interlibrary loan system. Books arrive in one to two days. Librarians also recommend small business owners consult www.oplin.lib.oh.us for resources.
The Plains Public Library14 S. Plains Road
The Plains, Ohio 45780
The Chauncey Branch Library29 Converse Street
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
The Nelsonville Public Library95 W. Washington Street
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
The Glouster Branch Library20 Toledo Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
The Coolville Branch Library26401 Main Street
Coolville, Ohio 45723
The Wells Branch Library5200 W. Washington Road
Albany, Ohio 45710
County Regulations
County Government, in many instances, administers licenses and
taxes for Ohio.
Be sure to fulfill your county responsibilities.
Failure to do so may result in the loss or delay in receiving a
necessary state license to operate your business.
Depending on your particular business and situation,
additional requirements may exist.
Be sure to check with each area after you have outlined
your particular situation for any additional applicable licenses,
permits, or taxes.Vendor’s License
Is required of most retail establishments
This is a state license, issued by the county that pertains to the Ohio Sales Tax (see State Sales Tax). The charge for this is $25.00, payable one time.
The Auditor's office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
For cigarette sales, a license is also required and costs $30.00 for each machine (prorated), depending on date purchased. First five machines are $30.00 each, then $25.00 per machine.
Athens County Auditor's Office15 S. Court Street, Room 330
Athens, Ohio 45701
County Government
County Economic Development
Enterprise Development CorporationPhone: 740-797-9646
Fax: 740-797-9659
9030 Hocking Hills Drive
The Plains, Ohio 45780
Administers several small business loan programs that Morgan County businesses qualify for. See additional details in Chapter 6.
Governor's Economic Development Office308 Front St.
Marietta, Ohio 45750
Buckeye Hills-Athens Valley Regional Development DistrictP.O. Box 520
Reno, Ohio 45773
Administers several small business loan programs that Athens County businesses qualify for. See additional details in Chapter 12.
Ohio Department of Jobs & Family Services184 N. Lancaster Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Help find qualified applicants. Prescreen applicants and make referrals. Provide information on labor market, taxes and wage laws, minor labor laws, occupational safety and health, work opportunity tax credits and unemployment compensation law and claims.
Athens County Department of Jobs & Family Services – The Work Station70 N. Plains Road Suite C
The Plains, Ohio 45780
Help find qualified applicants. Prescreen applicants and make referrals. Provide resume writing, computer classes, job counseling, job search and information on work opportunity tax credits.
Athens County Commissioners15 S. Court Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Responsible for budget for all county departments.
Provide referrals to appropriate county offices on business requirements, including contact points for zoning regulation, soil test, control, hazardous waste, water and sewer, building permits and other infrastructure needs.
Provide referrals to other appropriate Economic and Small Business Development offices and personnel.
Athens County has no zoning, building permits, or building inspection requirements.
The commissioners’ office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The commission meets at 9:00 a.m. until finished every Tuesday in the conference room on the 2nd floor.
Athens County Regional Planning Commission28 Curran Drive
Athens, Ohio 45701
Govern subdivision regulations and flood plain management for unincorporated areas of Athens County. Developers Handbook is available that contains all regulations and appropriate referrals. Board members also include three county commissioners and the mayors of all villages and cities in the county. Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Meets second Thursday of each month at 8:00 a.m. at the Extension Office.
County Government Officials/Other Resources
Recorder’s Office15 S. Court Street, Room 236
Athens, Ohio 45701
Athens County Register of Deeds
Athens County Engineer
Business owner must come in and apply for a culvert permit for new driveway off of a county road.
Responsible for county road maintenance.
Maintain traffic counts on county roads.
If business will need utilities crossing or boring beneath road, owner must come in for a utility permit.
If the business is on a county, township, or state road, business owner will come in to get an address at Athens County 911 office. Call Randy Mace (740-592-3272) to place request for address.
County Engineer’s Office is open Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Athens County Engineer's Office
555 E. State Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Personal Property Tax
When you obtain your vendor’s license, you are given a packet with a 920NT form (new tax paper) to fill out to report personal property or call and request booklet to be mailed to you.
· These returns must be filed with the County Auditor within 90 days after your first sale and thereafter on a yearly basis between February 15 and April 30. It is important to file in a timely manner.
Personal property items are anything used in business such as inventory, machinery, etc.; all are taxed.
Commercial real estate is tangible personal property and is also taxed.
If you produce a product, product inventory is reported.
Once the business owner purchases their vendor’s license, they will automatically be contacted by the state regarding sales tax.
Athens County Auditor's Office15 S. Court Street, Room 330
Athens, Ohio 45701
County Health Department
Athens County Health Department & Board of Health278 W. Union Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Certain businesses may require approval and licensing by local health departments, for example, tattoo parlors get approval, campgrounds and trailer parks get licenses.
Several municipalities in this area issue and administer this license and it would be wise to contact this county agency to identify any requirement.
The County Health Department issues restaurant and food service licensing, and are responsible for inspecting and approving all eating and lodging establishments. If food business, county tests well water annually of private water supply.
If new food establishment, must submit for plan review to Health Department. Plan review fee based on risk; usually one-half of license cost and paid only one time. County must review and accept or reject within 30 days.
There is an inspection, a waiting period, and a charge for this license, so be sure to apply early.
Fee for the food service license varies, depending on type of food prepared (risk) category and also size in sq. footage of restaurant. Level I - $100; Level II - $200; Level III - $300; plus additional $20 fee sent on to the state. Fee is due on March 1st each year.
Classes and fees change March 2001 to five (5) levels. There will be five (5) levels of fees, depending on food served and size of facility.
The County Health Department issues well and septic permits; reviews trash complaints outside the villages, tracks county vital statistics and maintain a nursing division, which administers various inoculations and implements public health programming. T. B. testing is required for food service operators.
Licensing is also required for vending machines, mobile operations ($100) and temporary food service like at a fairgrounds ($50 per event).
The County Health Department issues permits for assuring that private water supplies, swimming pools and sewage disposal systems are properly installed and functioning.
Investigates any environmental problems, which may pose a hazard to the public health.
Athens County has NO plumbing code. Exception: commercial businesses are referred to Muskingum County Building Department (740-455-7905) to submit building plans to them to ensure everything meets state code (plumbing). This is a regional office for the State Department of Commerce, Division of Factory and Buildings.
Business must comply with checklist of state regulations and license requirements.
Starting in March 2001, State Department of Agriculture will be transferring licensing and inspection of food establishments, like grocery stores and drug stores, to Athens County Department of Health.
If you drill a well for a business, you must submit plan to the Health Department for review and obtain a permit to drill. A licensed and bonded contractor must do well drilling. A test sample is sent to certified lab, i.e., Athens City Water Plant for bacteria testing. Users cannot exceed 15 employees or customers. If employee or customer users are more than 15, a lab testing referral is made to Ohio EPA.
Home Bakery License
Ohio Department of Agriculture Division of Food Safety 8995 E. Main Street
Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
The Ohio Department of Agriculture Division of Food Safety licenses home bakeries, but inspections are scheduled with the regional food inspector.
If you wish to sell baked good to the public, you must have your kitchen facilities inspected annually.
County Register of Deeds
Other Public Officials/Resources
City Overview
City of Athens
Municipal Taxes
City of Athens Municipal Income Tax OfficeTax Administrator
8 E. Washington Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Municipal taxes are levied and collected by several different methods in Athens County.
Municipal taxes are collected through each municipality’s court system.
Contact the City, Village or Township Hall of the legal municipality in which you intend to operate and identify what taxing agency with which you are to deal.
Contact the appropriate taxing agency and identify your tax responsibilities.
Employers are responsible for withholding tax payments from their employees and remitting this to the appropriate taxing authority when due.
In addition to the tax on individual wages, a municipal income tax also exists on net profits of corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts.
Be sure to recognize this liability and take the required steps to obtain the necessary forms so that you may file within the prescribed time period.
In Athens, the city levies a 1.65% income tax (some employers withhold city income tax).
In Athens, there is no local sales tax.
Business owners may activate an income tax account with the city by phone, mail or in person.
The Income Tax office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Deadlines for withholding tax payments are due quarterly. Businesses are required to file an annual tax return no later than April 30.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
City of Athens Mayor’s Office8 E. Washington Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Mayor’s Office provides referrals to Economic Development Resources and appropriate city offices. Businesses locating outside city may inquire regarding annexation. Mayor also reviews business requests for tax abatement. Mayor also serves on Planning Commission Board.
City of Athens Planning Commission8 E. Washington Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Planning Commission reviews new subdivision requests. Anything that does not conform to code regulations or request for variances goes to the Planning Commission and then to City Council for final approval. Some code cases go on to the Zoning Board for review. The Planning Commission meets the first and third Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. on the 3rd floor of the City building.
Athens City Council8 E. Washington Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Athens City Council oversees planning, development and zoning. Any changes Council would make to those areas could affect business owners. Call for information. The Council meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers, 3rd floor.
Athens City Council8 E. Washington Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
The Athens City Council oversees planning, development and zoning. Any changes Council would make to those areas could affect business owners. Call for information. The Council meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall in Council Chambers, 3rd floor.
City of Athens Fire Department61 Columbus Road
Athens, Ohio 45701
City of Athens Police Department11 N. College St.
Athens, Ohio 45701
The City of Athens has a zoning code in effect.
New business owners are advised to consult with the following officials in the Code Enforcement Office before buying and/or building any structure.
Sites within city limits require building permits. Building permit fee for remodeling is $30.00 of first $1,000 of construction; additional $1.50 per $1,000 of construction after that. Plumbing permit fee is $20.00 plus $2.50 per trap. New building permit fee is $50.00 plus 3¢ per square foot.
On commercial construction there is no local building inspection. Business owners are referred to Jeff Lesko, Plans Examiner for Athens County (740-592-6312).
Home-based businesses give their address, if in residential area, some meet “occupant permitted” regulations and some do not. If declined, business owner may appeal.
City of Athens Code Enforcement28 Curran Drive
Athens, Ohio 45701
Code Enforcement Officer sees request first; may send on to Zoning Inspector. Some code cases go on to Zoning Board for review.
City of Athens Zoning Board28 Curran Drive
Athens, Ohio 45701
City of Athens Assistant Service Safety Director8 E. Washington Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
If business location requires new installation of sewer and water, there is a tap fee (impact fee), which varies, depending on size and type of building. Minimum fee for each is $1,000.00. If business location already has existing service, then business owner comes in and signs service card at Utilities Billing Office (740-592-3347). No deposits are required. Business will be billed monthly for service.
City of Nelsonville
The City of Nelsonville has a zoning code in effect.
New business owners are advised to consult with the City Manager or Code Enforcement Officer before buying and/or building any structure
Sites within city limits require building permits. Building permit application fee is $10.00.
There is a home-based business ordinance. Based on location, applications for home-based businesses are checked against zoning regulations. Some are then approved and some are declined. Business owner can make application to Code Enforcement Officer for a variance. If declined, owner may then make an appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Their decision is then final.
No permit is required for inside remodeling work. If remodeling causes exterior visible change (larger), then permit is required.
If located in a flood plain, must comply with regulations. Must submit a sketch of what is to be done, elevation certificate (federal) and surveyor’s certificate. Questions regarding flood plain should be directed to Mark Fiorello, City Manager.
City of Nelsonville City Manager’s Office211 Lake Hope Drive
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
City of Nelsonville, Board of Zoning Appeals29 Fayette Street
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
City of Nelsonville Water Department211 Lake Hope Drive
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Water hookups - $50.00 deposit. Tap fee depends on size and distance of required hookup. Sewer hookup fee also varies, depending on size and distance.
City of Nelsonville Planning Commission211 Lake hope Dr.
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Hear some zoning requests. The City of Nelsonville Planning Commission meets as needed.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
City of Nelsonville Mayor’s Office211 Lake Hope Dr.
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Nelsonville City Council211 Lake Hope Dr.
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Meets the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Channel 5 Studio (sessions are televised).
City of Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce85 W. Columbus Street
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Contact Chamber by calling: Wilson’s Studio and Camera Shop
City of Nelsonville Fire Department211 Lake Hope Drive
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
City of Nelsonville Police Department211 Lake Hope Dr.
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
City of Nelsonville Police Department211 Lake Hope Dr.
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Municipal Taxes
Municipal taxes are levied and collected by several different methods in Athens County.
Municipal taxes are collected through each municipality’s court system.
Contact the City, Village or Township Hall of the legal municipality in which you intend to operate and identify what taxing agency with which you are to deal.
Contact the appropriate taxing agency and identify your tax responsibilities.
Employers are responsible for withholding tax payments from their employees and remitting this to the appropriate taxing authority when due.
In addition to the tax on individual wages, a municipal income tax also exists on net profits of corporations, partnerships, estates, and trusts (flat tax).
Be sure to recognize this liability and take the required steps to obtain the necessary forms so that you may file within the prescribed time period.
In Nelsonville, the city levies a 1.75% income tax.
In Nelsonville, there is no local sales tax.
Business owners may activate an income tax account with the city by phone, mail or in person.
The Income Tax office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Deadlines for withholding tax payments are due quarterly. Businesses are required to file an annual tax return no later than April 30.
City of Nelsonville Municipal Income Tax Office211 Lake Hope Dr.
P.O. Box 370
Nelsonville, Ohio 45764
Village of Glouster
The Village of Glouster has no zoning code in effect.
No building permit is required.
Village of Glouster, Water/Electric16 Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Standard water deposit for a new business is $100. New hookup fee depends on size of tap, ranging from $750 for ¾” to $6,000 for 4” (first 25 feet of pipe). Standard water deposit (for existing business) is $50; fee is more if more pipe is required. Contact for electric and water service.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Glouster Mayor’s Office16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
The Mayor’s Office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. The Mayor’s Office should be the first stop for a business owner seeking more information on local regulations for businesses.
Village of Glouster Clerk-Treasurer’s Office16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Glouster Village Council16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Meets first and third Thursday each month at the Trimble High School Library.
Village of Glouster Board of Public Affairs16 Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Trimble Township Wastewater Treatment District18551 Jacksonville Road
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Contact for sewer service. Hookup fee is $500 (base) for sewer. Could be more, depending on cost to set up.
Village of Glouster Street DepartmentStreet Commissioner
16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Contact to tie into existing drain or if there are street problems.
Village of Glouster Fire DepartmentFire Chief
32 Water St. RR 2 Box1
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Village of Glouster Police Department16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Glouster, there is no income tax.
lIn Village of Glouster, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Chauncey
The Village of Chauncey has no zoning code in effect.
A building permit is required, but there is no fee (as of December 2000). Requests for building permits are made at the Village Hall.
If located in a flood plain, business owner must abide by regulations.
Village of Chauncey, Flood Plain Administrator42 Converse Street
P.O. Box 227
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
Village of Chauncey, Water ClerkWater Clerk
42 Converse Street
P.O. Box 227
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
Request at the Village Hall Building for new sewer and water hookups (sewer - $1,000; water - $1,000).
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Chauncey Mayor’s Office42 Converse Street
P.O. Box 227
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
The Mayor’s Office is open Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., except the last two Thursdays of each month.
Village of Chauncey Clerk-Treasurer’s Office42 Converse Street
P.O. Box 227
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
Chauncey Village Council
42 Converse Street
P.O. Box 227
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
Council meets the first and third Tuesday each month at 7:00 p.m at the Village Hall.
Village of Chauncey Village Marshall42 Converse Street
P.O. Box 227
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
Village of Chauncey Volunteer Fire DepartmentFire Chief
40 Converse Street
Chauncey, Ohio 45719
(Under Dover Township)
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Chauncey, there is no income tax.
In Village of Chauncey, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Albany
The Village of Albany has no zoning code in effect.
Building permit is required. Contact Mayor’s Office. Mayor approves and issues permits. Permit fee is $10-$50, depending on size of project.
If locate in a flood plain, business owner must abide by regulations
Village of Albany, Water ClerkVillage Hall, 5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Village Offices open when Water Clerk is there: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. For water and sewer hookup, call Karen Bobo, Water Clerk. Fees are not set as of December 2000. City Council will determine appropriate fee.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Albany, Mayor’s OfficeVillage Hall, 5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Village of Albany Clerk-Treasurer’s OfficeVillage Hall, 5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Albany Village CouncilAnnette Miller
President
5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Council meets first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. Council also serves as Wastewater Treatment Council, which meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. Council is currently overseeing new village sewer project.
Albany Village Council5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Council meets first Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. Council also serves as Wastewater Treatment Council, which meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Hall. Council is currently overseeing new village sewer project.
Village of Albany AdministratorVillage Hall, 5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Responsible for operations of the village, such as streets and water. For water and sewer hookup, call Karen Bobo, Water Clerk. Fees will be determined.
Village of Albany Village MarshallVillage Hall, 5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Village of Albany Volunteer Fire DepartmentVillage Hall
5358 W. Clinton
P.O. Box 153
Albany, Ohio 45710
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Albany, there is no income tax.
In Village of Albany, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Coolville
Coolville Village CouncilVillage Hall
Coolville, Ohio 45723
Meets second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall.
The Village of Coolville has no zoning code in effect.
No building permit is required.
Contact Mayor or Clerk-Treasurer for water service and hookup; tap fee varies, depending on size (minimum is $500.00). The Village provides no sewer service. If sewer is needed, owner must do own septic tank and obtain permit from County Health Department.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Coolville, Mayor’s OfficeVillage Hall
Coolville, Ohio 45723
There are no official office hours for the Village Hall or the Mayor’s office. Leave message on answering machine to arrange an appointment with Mayor Rood or other appropriate Village Official.
Village of Coolville, Mayor’s OfficeVillage Hall, Main Street
Coolville, Ohio 45723
Leave message on answering machine to arrange an appointment with Mayor Rood or other appropriate Village Official.
Village of Coolville Clerk-Treasurer’s OfficeVillage Hall
Coolville, Ohio 45723
Coolville Village CouncilVillage Hall
Coolville, Ohio 45723
Meets second Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Hall.
Village of Coolville Volunteer Fire Department2770 6th Street
Coolville, Ohio 45723
Coolville Police Department (part-time)6th Street
Coolville, Ohio 45723
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Coolville, there is no income tax.
In Village of Coolville, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Buchtel
The Village of Buchtel has a zoning code in effect; for example, regulations regarding (1) House trailers and (2) rental property.
If business owner is locating commercial business in a house trailer, a permit is required. The fee is $25.00.
Contact Mayor or Mr. Frank Lavelle in Athens for other building permit regulations.
If located in flood plain, see Mayor regarding regulations.
Village of Buchtel, Zoning Regulations8 N. Court Street
Athens, Ohio 45701
Athens County Water and Sewer District36 N. Plains Road
The Plains, Ohio 45780
Sewer system not available as of December 2000. Water hookup fee is $1,000.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Buchtel, Mayor’s Office17710 Akron Avenue
Buchtel, Ohio 45716
Leave message on answering machine to arrange an appointment with the Mayor or other appropriate Village Official.
Village of Buchtel Clerk-Treasurer’s Office17710 Akron Avenue
Buchtel, Ohio 45716
Buchtel Village Council17710 Akron Avenue
Buchtel, Ohio 45716
Randy Irwin Tara Bunting-Blair Ed Matheny Thomas Bradley Herman W. Lanning, Sr. Meets first Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at the Mayor’s Office.
Village of Buchtel Village Administrator 17710 Akron Avenue
Buchtel, Ohio 45716
Oversees all village maintenance.
York Township Fire DepartmentNo local fire department)The Village of Buchtel utilizes York Township Fire Department for services.
Village of Buchtel Police Department17710 Akron Avenue
Buchtel, Ohio 45716
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Buchtel, there is no income tax.
In Village of Buchtel, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Jacksonville
The Village of Jacksonville has no zoning code in effect.
No building permit is required.
Trimble Township Wastewater Treatment District18551 Jacksonville Road
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Contact for sewer service. Hookup fee is $500 (base) for sewer. Could be more, depending on cost to set up. For new water hookup/tap, contact Mayor Pallo. Fee for new tap is $500.00.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Jacksonville, Mayor’s Office38 S. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
There are no formal office hours for the Village Hall or the Mayor’s office. First point of contact for new business is Mayor Pallo. He will assist with water and sewer hookup and review business owners’ project plans. If necessary, he brings issues to Council meeting.
Village of Jacksonville Clerk-Treasurer’s Office38 S. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Jacksonville Village Council38 S. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Robert D. Sayre, Audrey B. McFarland,
Theron Young, Butch Chapman, Larry Richmond. Meets third Tuesday of each month at the Village Hall.
Village of Jacksonville Village Administrator38 S. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Oversees water, including testing of samples.
Village of Jacksonville Volunteer Fire Department38 S. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Police Department16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
The Village of Jacksonville has a contract with the Village of Glouster Police Department
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Jacksonville, there is no income tax.
In Village of Jacksonville, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Trimble
The Village of Trimble has a zoning code in effect; for example, regulations regarding (1) locating in flood area, (2) trailer ordinance and (3) new business development.
A permit is required if locating in flood area. The fee is $25.00.
Mayor Davis looks at project to determine which regulations and permits apply. If building permit is required, the fee is $25.00.
Trimble Township Wastewater Treatment District18551 Jacksonville Road
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Contact for sewer service. Hookup fee is $500 (base) for sewer. Could be more, depending on cost to set up. For new water hookup/tap, contact Mayor Davis. Fee for new tap is $350.00.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Glouster Fire DepartmentFire Chief
32 Water St. RR 2 Box1
Glouster, Ohio 45732
Village of Jacksonville Volunteer Fire Department38 S. 6th Street
Jacksonville, Ohio 45740
Village of Trimble, Mayor’s Office19549 Congress Street
Trimble, Ohio 45782
Village of Trimble Clerk-Treasurer’s Office19549 Congress Street
Trimble, Ohio 45782
Trimble Village Council19549 Congress Street
Trimble, Ohio 45782
Delbert V. Skinner, Jr., Robert Thompson, Susan Hooper, Emily Swart, Kenneth R. Willie, Meets second Monday of each month at the Mayor’s Office.
Village of Trimble Village Administrator19549 Congress Street
Trimble, Ohio 45782
Oversees street activities, water clerk and orders supplies.
Fire DepartmentThe Village of Trimble has a contract with the Village of Jacksonville and Village of Glouster Fire Departments
Police Department16 ½ Front Street
Glouster, Ohio 45732
The Village of Trimble has a contract with the Village of Glouster Police Department
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Trimble, there is no income tax.
In Village of Trimble, there is no local sales tax.
Village of Amesville
The Village of Amesville has no zoning code in effect, but business owners need to comply with a few local ordinances.
A building permit is required, but there is no fee.
Amesville follows the State of Ohio revised code requirements for commercial buildings.
Contact the Mayor for local ordinance requirements; for example: ordinances for manufactured or mobile buildings require a permanent foundation.
If located in flood plain, permit required.
Municipal Government Officials/Other Resources
Village of Amesville, Mayor’s OfficeVillage Offices, 32 N. Liberty
P.O. Box 190
Amesville, Ohio 45711
Contact Village Officials by calling the Village and leaving a message on the answering machine to request an appointment.
Village of Amesville Clerk-Treasurer’s OfficeVillage Offices, 32 N. Liberty
P.O. Box 190
Amesville, Ohio 45711
Oversees water/sewer for residential and commercial. Water hookup requires a 10% deposit, then actual cost of tap, based on size and distance, is passed on to the business owner. No village sewer available.
Amesville Village CouncilVillage Offices, 32 N. Liberty
P.O. Box 190
Amesville, Ohio 45711
Dale Newell, Benjamin D. Kasler, Julie Vernon, Debra B. MacMillan, Paul D. Powell, Meets first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Village Office.
Village of Amesville Village MarshallVillage Offices, 32 N. Liberty
P.O. Box 190
Amesville, Ohio 45711
Ames-Bern-Amesville Volunteer Fire DepartmentFranklin Street
Amesville, Ohio 45711
Ames-Bern-Amesville Volunteer Fire DepartmentButch Withem
Fire Chief
Franklin Street
Amesville, Ohio 45711
Municipal Taxes
In the Village of Amesville, there is no income tax.
In Village of Amesville, there is no local sales tax.
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