The following are examples of instances when a building permit is required:
- New home.
- Addition.
- Remodeling Project.
- Garage.
- Shed over 200 sq ft.
- Deck.
- Pool/Spa.
- Hot Tub.
- Roofing.
- Antenna greater than 12'.
- Siding.
- Structural change.
- Window and exterior door replacement.
- Change of use; tenant change and ownership change.
- Change in exiting.
- Basement finish.
- Demolition.
- Signs.
The following are examples of instances when a plumbing permit is required:
- Water distribution piping greater than 10'.
- New water service.
- New sewer service.
- Second meter (irrigation).
- Lawn sprinkler.
- Water heater.
- Water softener.
- Floor drain.
- Sump & pump.
- Septic bypass.
- Grease trap.
- Backflow preventer.
The following are examples of instances when an electrical permit is required:
- New service.
- New circuit(s).
- Furnace.
- Air conditioner.
- Water heater.
- Sump pump.
- Smoke detector(s).
- Clothes dryer.
- Heat pump.
- Illuminated sign.
- Generator.
- Pool/Spa/Hot tub.
- Carnival.
- Fire alarm.
- New oven/range.
- Dishwasher.
The following are examples of instances when a heating/cooling permit is required:
- Furnace.
- Pre-fab fireplace.
- Wood stove.
- Gas piping.
- Air conditioning.
- Unit heater.
- New duct.
- Air handler.
- Cooling tower.
- Chillers.
- Refrigeration.
- Air cleaner.
Contact the Building Division at (248) 871-2450 with questions regarding permit requirements.
In the following instances, a building permit is not required but compliance with the zoning ordinance must be checked.
- Playhouses.
- Playground Equipment.
- Wading Pools.
- Patios.
- Flag Poles.
- Basketball Backboards.
Contact the
Zoning Division at (248) 871-2520 with questions regarding zoning requirements.