Codes and Zoning Department

The Chillicothe City Codes and Zoning Department office is located at City Hall, 715 Washington. They are located in the main office with the City Clerk and City Auditor. Gil Gates is Code Enforcement/Inspector.

Contact the Assistant Code Enforcement Officer, Heather Gates, with any nuisance complaints.

The Code of Ordinance for the City of Chillicothe is online for your viewing convenience.

Building Code Enforcement/Inspector duties include code enforcement, building inspections, and review of construction drawings and applications for building permits for the City of Chillicothe.

The Department's #1 Goal is Public Safety. We encourage anyone considering remodeling or new construction to call us before you begin. We want to help everyone start their projects correctly and in compliance with the City regulations.