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Building Permits Navigate your building projects with ease! Our permit page offers essential resources and guidance for obtaining building permits in Franklin County. Stay informed and ensure your construction meets all regulations.
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Water Conservation Tips
Real Estate Filings
Do Business With Us The Purchasing Department provides services to county agencies, boards, commissions, and shared services to cities, townships, and villages located within the county.
Elections The Board of Elections provides election services, information and education to the residents of Franklin County so they can exercise their right to vote and have confidence that the elections are fair, impartial and accurate.
Treasurer Manage your financial responsibilities easily with the Franklin County Treasurer’s office. From paying taxes to accessing important documents, visit for tools and resources that help you stay on top of your finances.
Records Request According to the Ohio Revised Code (ORC), it is the duty of the County Recorder to record all deeds, mortgages, plats or other instruments of writing that are required or authorized by the ORC.
Property (Auditor) The Auditor's office oversees all of the county's weights and measures, ensuring consumers get what they pay for, and serves as the county's chief fiscal officer.
Support & Assistance The Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services improves the quality of life for Franklin County residents through family support programs and workforce development.
Budgeting for Policy Results and Outcomes
Employee Bulletin Board
Do Business With Us To inform residents, businesses, and local governments about opportunities to work with Franklin County, including how to become a vendor, view open bids, access printing services, and participate in surplus property auctions.
Engineer's Office Explore the Franklin County Engineer's Office! Our page offers insights into essential services, infrastructure projects, and community support. Discover how we ensure safe and efficient transportation in your area.
RISE Racial Equity
Share Your Ideas
Boards and Commissions The Franklin County Board of Commissioners appoints individuals to more than forty boards, commissions, committees, and authorities.
Franklin County Benefits (Recruitment)
RISE Media
Projects & Initiatives Discover transformative efforts shaping our community. From water projects to collaborative programs, see how we’re improving lives and driving progress across the county.
Blueprint Goals and Action Steps
Star-Rated Child Care
Boards and Commissions To help residents learn and discover meaningful opportunities to get involved and serve their community by joining a board or commission.
Cash Assistance FAQs
Prescription, Health & Dental Discount Program
How to Apply for Medical Assistance
Professionals & Service Providers
Caregiver and Kinship Support
Tools and Resources for Seniors
American Rescue Plan The American Rescue Plan is a bill passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden to help Americans who are suffering from the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
History
Roles To explain the role, responsibilities, and priorities of the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, highlighting their leadership in fiscal management, community investment, health initiatives, and economic development.
Text to 911 Inform residents about the Text to 911 service in Franklin County, highlighting this life-saving option as a fast, safe, and accessible way to reach emergency help when calling isn’t possible.
Workgroups / Innovation Center
Child Care Providers Franklin County recommends licensure for and monitors Type-A and Type-B home-based Family Child Care (FCC)providers and certifies In-Home Aides.
Search for Child Care Programs
Seniors The Office on Aging plans, coordinates, and provides centralized access to diverse services and programs that assist older adults, dependent adults, and their families in maintaining independent living.
Poverty
Star-Rated Child Care Providers
Office on Aging News To highlight the latest news, accomplishments, and updates from the Franklin County Office on Aging, showcasing the positive impact on the community and keeping residents informed and engaged.
Stormwater Management
Floodplain
Water Projects Water and sewer projects in Franklin County, Ohio, detailing updates, connection deadlines, financial assistance, and a proposed solar energy facility.
Our Buildings Explore the facilities throughout Franklin County
Unemployment Compensation Learn more about unemployment compensation.
Find Work The OhioMeansJob (OMJ) Center is dedicated to developing and advancing the workforce to meet the current and future workforce needs of the communities we serve.
Building Futures Pre-Apprenticeship Program Building Futures is a new program designed to help low-income Franklin County residents pursue careers in the skilled construction trades including electrical work, iron work, carpentry, painting, plumbing and more.
Surplus Auction The Surplus Property Online Auction Program helps Franklin County offices sell things they no longer need. We also help cities, towns, and villages in Franklin County sell their extra stuff online.
Subdivisions
Big Darby Watershed Stream Setbacks
Beekeeping Zoning Regulation
Zoning Regulations
Planning Repository
SmartWorks Programs
Incentives
Becoming a Child Care Provider
Building FAQs
Building
Annexations
Community Garden Zoning Regulation
Clean Streams Northeast
Planning & Zoning FAQs
Chickens, Ducks, and Rabbits Zoning Regulation
Smart Growth Zoning Overlay
Child Care Type B Home Provider Licensing and Training
Forms for GALs
Solar Systems
Print Services
Becoming a Child Care Provider
About Your Taxes
Emergency Management Explore the Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security page! Discover vital resources, preparedness tips, and community programs to enhance safety and resilience. Stay informed about our efforts to protect and support our community.
Alerts
Sitemap This is a breakdown of the Franklin County website structure and pages.
Training
Franklin County Privacy Statement Franklin County's privacy statement informs any site visitors about how our county collects, uses, and stores data.
Children Services Children Services is the public agency mandated by federal and state law to ensure that our community's children are safe and well cared for. We provide protection, care, and permanency for children who are abused, neglected, or dependent.
Marketing & Sales
Business Financial Literacy
Business Planning 101 – Understanding the Basics of Writing a Business
Following the Law
Auto Title Easily manage your vehicle title needs in Franklin County. Whether you're transferring, registering, or requesting a duplicate, visit for quick, convenient services that help you stay on the road with ease.
East Opportunity Center
West Opportunity Center
Northland Opportunity Center
Where Do I Park? Find addresses, directions, contact information, costs, and other resources for parking at various facilities in Franklin County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Invite Us to a Job Fair
Child Care Assistance Eligibility
Purpose and Programs
Clinton West Planning Process Documents
Cleveland Avenue Streetscape 2020
Blendon Parks Master Plan
Southwest Area Plan Documents
Jackson Township Comprehensive Plan
Blacklick Madison Planning Process Documents
Urbancrest Community Plan
Pleasant Township Comprehensive Plan
Pleasant Township Gateway Signs
Find Food Business Portal Resources
Business Registration & Taxes
Government Contracts
Location & Compliance
Support for Entrepreneurs
Financing for Growth
Business Transition
Food System Resources
Professional Services
Small Business Disaster Assistance
Employees & Human Resources
Financing Your Business
Food Waste & Green Business Practices
Checklist
Create a Business Plan
Provider Forms
Insurance Coverages
About Risk Management
Safety Tips & Videos and Safety Training Courses
Blacklick-Madison Area Plan
Franklin County Physical Activity Plan
Clinton West Neighborhood Plan
OSU Planning Innovations Class Proposal
Clinton-Mifflin Land Use Plan
Blendon Community Plan
Scioto-Franklin Neighborhood Plan
Mifflin Township Gateway Signs
Franklin Township/Southwest Area Gateway Signs
Southwest Area Plan
Urbancrest Planning Process Documents
Brown Township Planning Process Documents
Scioto-Franklin Planning Process Documents
Brown Township Comprehensive Plan [2012]
Westland Area Interim Development Framework
Employee Policies
U Matter Learning
Employees
Recognition Programs
Access to Capital - Equity & Ownership
Development Finance Toolbox
Access to Capital - Loans
Free Farm Advising for Businesses in Franklin County, Ohio
Under-Resourced Entrepreneurs
Research
About the Rise Together Blueprint
Entrepreneurship 101 – The Basics of Starting a Business
Business Service Providers
Networking & Mentorship
About CSEA
How CASA Works
Cities, Townships & Villages in Franklin County Get links to local governments in cities, townships and villages in Franklin County.
Text-to-911 If you need help, but can’t safely speak on the phone or are unable to speak, use your mobile phone to send a text message to 911.
Development & Planning Explore development and planning services, including building permits, planning and zoning, and community development, and access EDP forms and applications to support your projects.
Online Handbooks
Meet Your Commissioners Get to know your County Commissioners – dedicated leaders working to make a positive impact in the community. Learn about their vision, priorities, and how they’re committed to enhancing the quality of life for all residents.
FCOA Grants Program Guide
Senior Housing
Support Order Termination
Options to Receive Child Support Payments
Support Order Enforcement
Order Review and Adjustment
Support Establishment
Paternity Establishment
Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program
Franklin County Affordable Housing Magnet Fund
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program Description of the ESG program, place to provide updates on application deadlines
Mail Services The Mail Services Program provides centralized services to county agencies, boards, and commissions for all outgoing U.S. mail and interoffice mail.
Contact Child Support Enforcement
Geospatial Technologies (GIS) The Auditor's Geographic Information System (GIS) was launched in February 1987 and has evolved into a suite of technologies leveraged by the office to answer complex geographic questions. We create a single source of digital data for maps and tabular information.
Auditor's Office The Auditor's office oversees all of the county's weights and measures, ensuring consumers get what they pay for, and serves as the county's chief fiscal officer.
Property Search
Office of Management & Budget News
Prosecuting Attorney
Courts Explore Franklin County courts and legal services, including the Clerk of Courts, Public Defenders, Municipal Court, Prosecuting Attorney, and more. Learn about available resources, court locations, and parking options to assist with your visit.
Community Development Community Development is responsible for providing funding and technical assistance to support community development activities and initiatives in Franklin County outside the auspices of the City of Columbus.
Senior Services
Minor Home Repair Program
Child Support Enforcement Agency Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Agency provides services like paternity and support order establishment, order modification and enforcement, and resources for parents.
Office on Aging News
FAQs
Administrative Briefing Agenda
Administrative Briefing Minutes
General Session Minutes
General Session Agendas
Briefing Minutes
Senior Service Providers The Franklin County Office on Aging Quality Improvement (QI) team works with service providers to ensure contract compliance and quality service delivery for our residents enrolled in Senior Options.
Become a Service Provider Providers for community-based purchase of service agreements (POS) are selected using a competitive bid process conducted by FCOA through the Franklin County Purchasing Department.
Request a Speaker From Office on Aging
Our Locations
RFPs and Community Partner Information
Title XX Public Hearing
Limited English Proficiency Plan
Accessibility and ADA Compliance Plan
Rights and Responsibilites
Summer Programs
Family Stabilization Unit
Contact Child Support Enforcement
General Session Videos
No-Cost Business Advising for Entrepreneurs in Franklin County, Ohio Get free, expert business advising through the Ohio SBDC at Columbus State. Entrepreneurs and small business owners in Franklin County can access no-cost support for business planning, funding, and growth. Schedule your phone consultation today and get personalized guidance at any stage of your business journey.
Volunteer FAQs
Become a Volunteer CASA of Franklin County recruits and trains community members as volunteers to be sworn in as court appointed special advocates to represent in court the best interest of the children going through abuse and neglect cases in the Franklin County Juvenile Courts.
CASA Events
Human Services Levy Review Committee
Agency Press Releases Find press releases published by Franklin County agencies and departments.
Ask a Sanitary Engineering Question or Contact Us
City of Columbus Approved Contractors
CASA of Franklin County The mission of CASA of Franklin County is to empower a diverse group of community volunteers to advocate for the best interest of abused, neglected, and dependent children involved in the child welfare system. Our dedicated staff recruits, screens, trains, and supports these volunteers as court appointed guardians ad litem (GAL).
Contact Board of Commissioners
Public Records Policy Franklin County is committed to transparency, the public's right to access records, and the procedures for requesting and obtaining public information.
Get in touch with the Board
News and Media Inquiries
Customer Assistance Form
Economic Development Services
Water Quality Reports
Rise Together Blueprint The Franklin County Board of Commissioners and business and community stakeholders have partnered to create the conditions necessary for Franklin County residents to thrive. Through the collaborative Rise Together Blueprint, the commissioners and stakeholders are addressing poverty and the inequity of opportunities in our county.
Purchasing Department The Franklin County Purchasing Department manages procurement, auctions, mail, and print services while promoting small business engagement and supporting county agencies, boards, and commissions.
Bids Discover the Purchasing Department’s current opportunities for vendors to provide goods or services through a competitive procurement process
Become a Vendor Register your business or enterprise with Franklin County so you can be in the loop about upcoming projects and potential contract bids.
Purchasing Department Services
Adult Protective Services
Children of Incarcerated Parents Children of Incarcerated Parents (COIP) provides wraparound services to assist families with an upward trajectory encompassing all social determinants of health to mitigate barriers experienced as a result of parental incarceration.
Family and Medical Leave
Request to Speak
Contact Us Reach out for assistance and information on a wide range of services. Whether you have questions or need support, connect with the right resources and departments to address your needs quickly and efficiently. Leave feedback, request a speaker, ask a question.
Recovery and Resilience
OC/GX Document Library
Step Up To Quality
RISE Scholarships & Grants
Contact RISE
RISE Circle Franklin County RISE Circle is a vibrant online community designed for families, caregivers, and early learning professionals to connect, collaborate, and grow together.
RISE Newsroom & Events
RISE Early Learning Initiative Franklin County RISE is an innovative partnership between Franklin County and Future Ready Five, which administers the program, to provide access and opportunity for our early child care providers, educators, and their families.
Report Fraud Form
Tuition Reimbursement
Reentry Resources
Cash Assistance
Child Care Assistance
Medical Assistance & Support
Child Support Information
Work & Unemployment
Mobile Unit Calendar & Locations The HHS Mobile Unit can help you learn more about county services, apply for benefits, check on an existing case and get connected with additional community partners.
Civil Rights Plan
Senior Meal Deliveries Franklin County offers multiple services to senior residents, including meal delivery.
Directory To introduce the dedicated staff who support the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and showcase their role in helping deliver responsive, effective, and community-centered services.
Board of Commissioners The Franklin County Board of Commissioners is dedicated to meeting residents' social, economic, and environmental needs through innovative, sustainable programs. Explore their initiatives and core principles to learn more.
Tools for GALs
Reentry Assistance Tools & Resources
What is Reentry
SAFER This page serves as the page to provide residents the description, location, hours, etc of the SAFER program.
Electronic Benefit Theft & Card Skimming
Current Justice Initiatives
Enroll in Child Support Services
Pathways Program
Medication Assisted Treatment
How to Apply for Food and Cash Assistance
HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program Description of the HOME program, place to provide updates on application deadlines
Economic Development and Planning Funding and Grants
Request Records
Past Budgets
Grant Policy and Procedures
Agency Grant Opportunities
Court of Common Pleas - General Division
Training Classes
Community Partnerships Explore Franklin County's Community Partnership Program, offering resources and funding opportunities to support local initiatives. Learn about grants, apply for funding, and discover how this program fosters community growth and development.
Awarded Grants
Ohio Dog Laws
License Your Dog
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)Program
Dog Education
Subrecipient Resources
Commissioners' Voting Session The Board of Commissioners may have Voting Sessions to address items when not in General Session. During these public meetings, the board considers and votes on resolutions.
Commissioners' Rezoning Hearing The Board of Commissioners' Rezoning Hearing typically occurs on the second Tuesday of each month following General Session and is held in the Commissioners' Hearing Room (Michael J. Dorrian Building, 1st Floor, 369 South High Street).
Commissioners' Administrative Session The Board of Commissioners hold Administrative Sessions to address issues of importance that are not specific to resolution items.
Training Dates Check out the upcoming training dates for CASA of Franklin County's volunteer Guardian ad Litem program.
The Health & Human Services Mobile Unit The Franklin County Board of Commissioners' Health & Human Services Mobile Unit brings the supportive services available from Franklin County to you. Our team can help you learn about county services, apply for benefits, check on an existing case and get connected with additional community partners.
Apply for Board
Family Stabilization Unit The Family Stabilization Unit is a pilot program that work across local government agencies to help Black boys and their families successfully navigate the challenges of a complex human services system.
Blueprint for Safety Blueprint for Safety guides how the justice system responds to domestic violence crimes, from 911 calls to patrol responses to jail bookings, prosecution and community supervision.
Volunteer Learn more about what all goes into being a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) volunteer with CASA of Franklin County and how to become a volunteer!
Franklin County Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC)
Find Food Resources
One Door Franklin County One Door connects county health and human services in one place. One Door helps individuals while also looking at what other family members in the household might need.
Contact JPP
Upload My Case Documents Upload the supporting documents straight to the Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services.
Join Our Team
About Our Team
Sheriff Stay informed and connected with the Franklin County Sheriff's Office! Our page provides updates on community safety, crime prevention tips, and resources to help you. Discover how we serve and protect our community.
Corrections Locate information regarding current inmate information, the Community Based Correctional Facility, and more.
Community Based Correctional Facility
Sheriff's Office: Division of Corrections
Inmate Information Search
Building Permits Permits are a necessary step to building in Franklin County. Building permits are issued 7 to 10 days after full plan approval for properties that have access to public water and sewer.
Land Use Planning
Volunteer Resources This page is designed to give quick and easy access to tutorials and templates for current CASA GALs to use in the work they do for CASA of Franklin County.
Workforce Development
Community Engagement
Small & Emerging Businesses We’re here to help small and emerging businesses grow by connecting them with resources, training, and opportunities to work with Franklin County.
Submit CE Hours
Upload Proof of Course Completion
How to Apply for Child Care
Contact Economic Development and Planning (EDP)
Continuing Education FAQ
Current Budget
ADAMH Board Meetings The Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health (ADAMH) Board of Trustees meet every month except in July and December. Meetings are typically held at the ADAMH office (447 East Broad Street, 43215) unless stated otherwise. You can also watch the meetings live on the ADAMH YouTube channel.

Click to view the board and committee meetings schedule on the ADAMH events calendar.
Microfilming Board The Franklin County Document Imaging Center operates under the Franklin County Microfilming Board and is administered by the Franklin County Recorder.

Click to explore board members, annual reports and how to submit a project to the Microfilming Board.
Law Library Resource Board The Franklin County Law Library Resources Board holds quarterly meetings in the Law Library, starting at noon.

Click to find more about the board members and the meeting schedule.
Veterans Service Commission The Veterans Service Commission (VSC) Board of Commissioners host weekly meetings that will be attended by three or more commissioners, and therefore qualify as meetings that must be posted publicly.

Click to view the latest agendas, including dates, times and locations.
Criminal Justice Planning Board
Budget Hearings Franklin County Administration and the Office of Management & Budget develop budget recommendations for each program. The recommended budget is presented to the Board of Commissioners, followed by public meetings where agencies present their budgets and performance measures.

Click to view the budget hearings on the Board of Commissioners' YouTube channel.
Domestic and Juvenile Court
CC Test CC Test
End-of-Life Services Compassionate end-of-life care for your pet.
Spay and Neuter Facts
Outside Dogs
Donate Items
Lost & Found Dogs
Dog Bite Prevention
Youth Safety & Responsibility Programs
Animal Awareness Program
Adult Safety & Responsibility Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Emergency Dog Boarding During Extreme Cold During periods of extreme cold and dangerous winter weather, the Franklin County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is providing free, temporary emergency boarding for dogs owned by Franklin County residents who are entering Franklin County warming centers.
Volunteer with the Dog Shelter To provide information about volunteer opportunities at the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center in Columbus, Ohio, guide prospective volunteers through the steps to get involved, and help individuals find the best way to make a meaningful impact in the lives of shelter dogs and the Franklin County community.
Electronic Benefit Theft and Card Skimming Informing residents about how thieves are stealing EBT card numbers and using them to electronically steal SNAP benefits.
Food Assistance FAQs
County Administration Introduce the leadership team of Franklin County Administration and highlight their commitment to delivering efficient, effective, and resident-focused government services.
SNAP Recertification Pre-Interview Questionnaire The SNAP Recertification Pre-Interview Questionnaire is a new, optional mobile tool that helps you complete your SNAP recertification easier and faster! I
Contact the Dog Shelter
Fatherhood Resources
Core Principles In 2024, Franklin County leadership refined the strategic goals
associated with each of its core principles. By providing direction and intention to the County’s day-to-day operations, this revised strategic direction ensures we uphold our mission to serve every resident, every day.
Racial Equity Franklin County is a community where equity is the norm, not the exception. All individuals, regardless of their racial or ethnic backgrounds, have equal opportunities and are treated with fairness, justice, and respect.
No Kidding Ohio Through interactive presentations with compelling real-life stories, our Peer Educators teach teens and young adults about the realities of being a young parent while connecting them to resources that empower them to reach their educational, professional, and relationship goals.
Civil Rights, ADA, and Limited English Proficiency Plan
Rapid Resources Centers To provide residents with the description, location, and hours of the Rapid Resource Centers.
Contact Job and Family Services
Reports Archives Archive of reports from past years.
Zoning
Senior Options Programs Senior options is a one-stop shop for all information related to senior services. These services include home-delivered meals, personal care, respite care, adult day care, emergency response systems, and minor home repairs.
Civil Rights Plan
Make a Child Support Payment You can easily make child support payments. Find online, in-person, and mail-in options with clear instructions and secure links.
How to Pay Sanitary Engineering in Person Pay for Sanitary Engineering bills or permits in person.
Office on Aging Online Payments Pay Franklin County Office on Aging online by credit, debit, or electronic bank transfer.
Donate to the Dog Shelter Donate funds or items to the Franklin County Dog Shelter!
Board of Commissioners News To highlight the latest news, accomplishments, and updates from the Franklin County Board of Commissioners, showcasing the positive impact on the community and keeping residents informed and engaged.
Columbus Blessing Boxes - Find Food Blessing Boxes are outdoor, publicly-located cabinets that allow for people to anonymously donate items to bless others in need. These boxes can include: non-perishable food items, basic toiletries, baby supplies, or pet food. Visit this link to view Blessing Box locations.
City of Columbus - Find Food Whether you need groceries, a warm meal, a healthy after-school snack for your child, or meal delivery for a senior, Columbus has you covered. Use this directory to find free or low-cost food options throughout the city.
Local Matters Food Resource Links Local Matters creates healthier communities through food education, food access, food advocacy, and food rescue. Find box pick-up locations, food resource maps, and a spreadsheet of food resources in our community.
Children's Hunger Alliance - Find Food Children’s Hunger Alliance remains committed to ensuring Ohio’s children have access to the food they need. Here are a list of resources throughout Ohio to help ensure families are fed.
Food Assistance Resources
Water & Sewer Services Discover essential water and sewer services, including FAQs, rates, capacity fees, and conservation tips. Learn how to manage resources efficiently, reduce costs, and contribute to sustainable water usage in your community.
Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development Events Events through the Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development.
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Agency Directory Explore the many agencies, offices, and boards serving Franklin County residents. From elected officials to specialized programs and community partnerships, these entities work together to meet the needs of the community every day.
About Us Staff and contact information
The Office of Economic Engagement and Community Development Strengthening communities and businesses to achieve economic growth and prosperity through strategic partnerships and targeted development initiatives.
Tap In Center
Parenting Plan Mediation
Field Services The shelter’s Field Services team, carries out the agency’s law enforcement responsibilities.

Animal Control Officers enforce Ohio dog laws, respond to stray, injured, and dangerous dog calls, investigate complaints, and work to protect both public safety and animal welfare in Franklin County.
Rehoming We provide guidance and resources to support our community when keeping a dog is no longer possible, with a focus on safe and responsible rehoming. Our goal is to help people and pets stay supported while finding the best possible outcome and keeping dogs out of the shelter whenever we can.
Community Pet Pantry The shelter's Community Pet Pantry is a community resource designed to support pet owners experiencing temporary financial hardship by offering free pet food and supplies.
JPP Staff Directory
Child Care Assistance Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services (FCDJFS) Child Care Program offers several programs that assist families in covering the cost of child care.
Office on Aging The Office on Aging provides centralized access to diverse programs and individualized services for older adults, dependent adults, and their families so they can preserve their independence.
Reentry Assistance The FC-RAB is charged with creating safer neighborhoods and more productive residents by increasing the success rates of residents transitioning from correctional and rehabilitative institutions back into the community.
Economic Development & Planning Franklin County Economic Development & Planning drives growth through zoning, community development, SmartWorks programs, online permitting, and resources for businesses, renters, and homeowners.
Treasurer The Treasurer is the chief investment officer for the county.
The Columbus & Franklin County Food Action Plan
Public Health
Franklin County Accessibility Statement
Box Fan Requests
PRC and How to Apply
Strategic Plan
Department Operations Update
Microchipping & Other Resources Trusted local resources and helpful information for pet owners, including low-cost veterinary care, microchipping, rabies clinics, emergency services, and pet support programs.
Optima
Marriage App Testing
ANCL Donation - JS Addition
Second Chance Month
About the Coroner
What is a Coroner?
About
CASA Info Sessions Join the CASA of Franklin County team for an Info Session to learn more about what CASA does and the important work our volunteer Guardian ad Litem's do and how to become one.
Budget and Reporting Franklin County's budget is the foundation for daily operations. Explore this page to learn more about how the county ensures that your tax dollars are creating a safe, thriving community for you to live in.
About Our Community Franklin County, Ohio is a community first. A place where more than 1.3 million people are building lives, families, and businesses, and home to Ohio’s capital city of Columbus.
Economic Opportunity
Veteran Grave Search
Mortgage Lien Release Request If you have been notified that you have a mortgage lien on your property from Franklin County, you must follow this process to get it released. If you are concerned or unsure, please contact our office via email.
Sanitary Engineering The Franklin County Department of Sanitary Engineering is committed to providing vital resources to Franklin County residents and to protecting the environment in a fiscally responsible manner.
Recording Fees View our fee structure and use our Fee Calculator to check your math before filing.
Emergency Assistance
Public Meetings and Agendas Franklin County hosts a variety of meetings that are open to the public. View upcoming meeting information, search for past meetings, and discover how to locate additional public meetings throughout the county.
Volunteer with Children (CASA)
Voter Registration Agency Plan The Franklin County Department of Job & Family Services is a mandated, designated NVRA (National Voter Registration Act) agency. As such, we are required to provide residents with the opportunity to register to vote. The attached agency plan outlines how we fulfill this requirement. You may also visit VoteOhio.gov - Ohio Secretary of State to register online or update your information.
Economic Development & Planning Meetings View information regarding public meetings for the Franklin County Planning Commission, Rural Zoning Commission, Technical Review Committee, and all Board of Zoning Appeals Hearings.
Public Notices for EDP
Directory
Deaths Reportable to the Coroner
Resident Programs
Resident Info
Referral Refer a resident to Franklin County's Community Based Correctional Facility.
Volunteer
Employment
Real Estate Recording View our requirements to record, plus a list of services that help to make recording easier.
Recording Standards Guide to making sure your documents are set up properly before recording.
Property Alert Get notified against potentially fraudulent claims or transactions regarding your real estate property.
Statistics Statistics Main Landing Page
Signing Death Certificate Guidance
Statistics 2016
Real Estate
Internships
Statistics 2020
Burial and Memorial
Education Benefits
Services
Emergency Support Functions
Operations
Joint Information Center (JIC)
FEMA Community Lifelines
Resource Management
Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
Assessment Center/Multi-Agency Coordination Center (MACC)
Crisis Action System (CAS) Levels
Build Your Plan
Homeland Security
Get Prepared
Citizen Preparedness
About Us
Franklin County & Columbus Medical Reserve Corps (FC&C MRC)
Franklin County Community Emergency Response Team (FC CERT)
Franklin County Auxiliary Communication Program (FC AUXCOMM)
Franklin County Outdoor Warning Siren System
Alert Franklin County
Volunteer
Warning Siren Activation Zones
Pathology Department
Toxicology Department
Public Defenders Office The Franklin County Public Defender provides comprehensive legal representation services in criminal, juvenile and custody proceedings to indigent persons in Franklin County so as to fulfill the constitutional mandate of equal justice under the law.
Investigations Department
Case Management Department
Franklin County Coroner The Coroner's Office investigates all deaths by violence, criminal means, suicide, or any unattended death whatever the cause. The Coroner’s Office provides identification, performs autopsies or medical examinations, and carries out any other requirements in regard to deaths which fall in the categories mentioned above.
DIC Project Services Instructions on how to initiate a project with the Document Imaging Center for record conversion.
Morgue Department
Employment Check for open positions and learn how to apply. Subscribe to get job opportunity updates.
FAQs
Agency History
Mission
Careers & Internships
Annual Reports
Calendar
Training Opportunities
Franklin County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP)
Franklin County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan
Franklin County School Emergency Management Plans
Franklin County Training and Exercise Program
Planning
Meet Your Elected Officials Get to know the individuals you voted to help lead our community. Explore their responsibilities and how their work supports Franklin County.
Grant Opportunities Explore diverse grant opportunities, from community partnerships and HUD funding to aging program support and justice initiatives. Discover current programs designed to empower organizations and drive positive change in Franklin County.
Planning Commission
Additional RFPs and Opportunities Find information on additional, agency-specific RFP opportunities. These include bids from Franklin County Job & Family Services and the Office of Justice Policy & Programs.
Support & Assistance Franklin County has many programs to help people in the community when they need it. These programs can help during tough times or when people want to learn new things.
Property Find information from multiple county offices on property taxes, parcel search, real estate filings, and records search.
Women & Infants Franklin County houses a variety of resources and supportive services for women, parents, and infants.
Children & Youths Explore programs designed to support youth and community well-being, including family stabilization, summer camps, youth engagement, and more.
Community Based Correctional Facility The Franklin County Community Based Correctional Facility (CBCF) is a minimum security, American Correctional Association (ACA) accredited, residential prison diversion program for adult male offenders.
Lead and Copper Rule and our Water System Line Inventories
Join Our Team
Public Defender Events
Report Fraud
Safety & Justice Safety & Justice
Training & Exercises
Pick Up of Personal Property and Decedent Release
About Us
Shadowing Program
JPP Current Opportunities
Coroner's Administration
Public Defender Leadership
Contact
Media
FAQs
About the Public Defender's Office
Departments
Careers
Statistics 2023
Statistics 2022
Statistics 2021
Statistics 2018
Statistics 2017
Statistics 2019
Survivor Benefits
VA Claims Assistance
2024
Health Care Benefits
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment
Home Loans
VSC Dental Program
About
Recording FAQs See answers to many common questions that we get regarding our services.
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Franklin County Auditor Connect, Protect, Reassess—Your Franklin County Auditor's Office serves our community in many ways. We're dedicated to connecting our seniors, veterans, and neighbors with disabilities to vital tax relief programs. We carefully protect your county funds and ensure you get what you pay for at local businesses. We also carefully reassess properties to ensure everyone pays their equitable share.
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Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) MORPC is Central Ohio’s voice. As a regional council with 90 local governments and community partners, MORPC provides nonpartisan data analysis, community resources and long-range planning. MORPC is driven to ensure access to what matters most for Franklin County residents ― jobs, healthcare, food, education, and leisure activities. MORPC drives the future of prosperity and sustainability.
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About One Franklin County One Franklin County (OFC) is a website redesign project that aims to create a centralized, user-friendly digital space for all Franklin County residents.
Special Needs Rescue Program Our Special Needs Rescue Program helps find placement for dogs who need extra care, time, or specialized support beyond the shelter.
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Veterans Service Commission Serving Franklin County Veterans and their families. We provide temporary financial assistance, medical transportation, and help accessing benefits from Veterans Administration (VA) to include Service Connected Disability Claims, Pensions, and Survivor Benefits.
John O'Grady Since first elected to the Franklin County Board of Commissioners in November 2008, John O'Grady has worked to make Franklin County one of the best communities in the nation for living, visiting and doing business.
Position Descriptions The Franklin County Board of Commissioners employs over 1,300 people at 12 different agencies. Select any of the following position descriptions for each of our agencies.
Kevin L. Boyce Kevin L. Boyce is a Franklin County Commissioner who grew up in an extended family of modest means but one rich with life lessons on hard work and education.
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Erica C. Crawley Commissioner Erica C. Crawley is a mother, advocate, and veteran. As the first Black woman Commissioner, her commitment to serving every resident every day comes from her lived experiences and deep understanding of what working families need to thrive and not just survive.
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Events

Community Care Day

June 06, 2026

Join us for our Community Care Days at the Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center. Help make enrichment treats and spend time with our adoptable dogs. No signup or training required.

Community Dog Walking & Pick It Up With Pup

June 14, 2026

Join us for a fun and impactful morning as we combine Community Dog Walking with our Pick It Up with Pup community clean-up event!

Not only will you help walk and spend quality time with our shelter dogs, but you’ll also help keep our community clean while doing it.

Pre-registration is requested. Newcomers are always
welcome and drop-in volunteers are encouraged.

Community Dog Walking

June 28, 2026

Join us for a fun, easy way to make a difference in the lives of our shelter dogs.

During our Community Dog Walking events, volunteers of all experience levels are invited to stop by and walk our adoptable dogs, giving them exercise, enrichment, and a much-needed break from the kennels.

It’s a great way to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and help our pups shine for potential adopters.

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Sawyer Towers Demolition: A Community Commemoration

Published on May 21, 2026

On Christmas Day 2022, a pipe failure and elevator collapse at Sawyer Towers displaced 309 families on Columbus's near east side. Franklin County and the City of Columbus mounted an immediate emergency response. Three years later, demolition has begun on a site that will become 380 affordable apartments, the largest affordable housing investment in the history of Columbus and Franklin County.

Franklin County Commissioners Release 2026 State Of The County Report

Published on May 01, 2026

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners released the 2026 State of the County Report, providing a comprehensive overview of how county government is delivering results, strengthening communities, and expanding access to resources across Franklin County.

$700K Grant Renewed Supporting African American Male Wellness Agency

Published on March 24, 2026

The Board approved a $700,000 grant to the African American Male Wellness Agency to continue health and wellness programming for Black men and women in Franklin County. Programs include Black Men's Wellness Day, Uplift Her Women's Wellness Day, Real Men Real Talk sessions, and a Financial Empowerment Summit.

Treasurer Computer Systems Maintenance

Published on December 01, 2025

Treasurer Computer Systems Maintenance Update

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