Navigating the administrative and legal requirements after a loss in Columbus, Dublin, Westerville, Hilliard, or the surrounding Franklin County area requires an understanding of specific local jurisdictional rules. As the central authority for DFS Memorials in Central Ohio, this hub provides the essential technical data and resources needed to manage final arrangements throughout the county.
Franklin County Jurisdictional Contact Data
In Ohio, the County Coroner is responsible for investigating certain deaths and must authorize all cremations occurring within the county borders.
Official County Name: Franklin County
Coroner Office: Franklin County Coroner’s Office
Physical Office Address: 2090 Frank Rd, Columbus, OH 43223
Main Contact Phone: (614) 525-5290
Release Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (Excluding holidays).
Our local providers coordinate directly with the Franklin County Coroner to ensure all legal release authorizations and medical certifications are secured before the cremation process begins.
Franklin County Permitting and Mandatory Fees
Ohio law and Franklin County ordinances mandate specific permits and fees for final disposition.
Cremation Authorization Fee: The Franklin County Coroner mandates a $50.00 fee for the review and approval of every cremation authorization.
Burial-Transit/Cremation Permit: Every disposition in Ohio requires a permit. The current fee in Franklin County is $10.00.
24-Hour Waiting Period: Per Ohio Revised Code, a cremation cannot take place until at least 24 hours have elapsed since the official time of death.
Storage Policy: Refrigeration is used during the mandatory waiting period; additional storage fees may apply if arrangements are not finalized within 72 hours.
