Phone - (734) 994-2674
Fax - (734) 994-8460
Permits are obtained by submitting an appropriate application form together with two copies of plans of the proposed work. Applications are reviewed for compliance with code and safety requirements. Some applications require supporting documentation.
Many of our applications and registration forms are now available for downloading. We will also fax or mail applications at your request. We're sorry but applications cannot be submitted on-line at this time.
Permits cannot be issued until they are paid for. For your convenience, we accept MasterCard, VISA, checks, money orders and cash.
Building permit fees (PDF) are based on the cost of the project.
Electrical (PDF), Mechanical (PDF), and Plumbing (PDF) permit fees are based on the actual work being performed. Homeowners are eligible to obtain permits by filing an affidavit affirming they are doing the work themselves. Homeowners also must speak with an inspector before obtaining a trade permit.
The following affidavits and instructions must accompany permits where applicable:
Energy worksheet
Home Owner Affidavit (where owner applies for permit)
Insurance Requirements
Investigation into House Relocation
Reclamation of Usable Materials (where a house is proposed for demolition)
List of Applications/Forms
Barricade - on public property
Building Application - 1 & 2 Family Dwellings Only (PDF)
For All Building Applications (including plan examination) - Please include two sets of plans with your application. One will be retained by Planning & Development Services and one must be posted on the job site with your permit. A minimum of 24 hours is required for review and processing. (Multiple applications on a property may require additional processing time.) Site plan projects may have additional requirements prior to issuance of permits. Please refer to Site Plan Projects and Permitting Resources (PDF).
Building Application - All Except 1 & 2 Family Dwellings (PDF)
Building Board of Appeals Application (PDF)
Contractor/Applicant Registration (PDF)
Grading Application (PDF) - Soil erosion and sedimentation control for residential and commercial property. Your permit must be posted on the job site. Please refer to Site Plan Projects and Permitting Resources (PDF).
Historic District Application (PDF)
Housing Board of Appeals Application (PDF)
Peddler/Solicitor - for profit (PDF)
Plan Revision Request (PDF)
Right-of-Way (PDF)
Sidewalk Occupancy Application (PDF)
Sign Application (PDF)
Sign Board of Appeals Application (PDF)
Solicitation - non-profit organization (PDF)
Special Event - Competitive (PDF), Non-Competitive (PDF) - Please note new notification requirements
Street/Sidewalk Occupancy Sign Application (PDF)
Trade Application (PDF) (Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing) - A minimum of 24 hours is required for review and processing. (Multiple applications on a property may require additional processing time.) Your permit must be posted on the job site.
Unoccupied Building Notification (PDF)
Zoning Board of Appeals Application (PDF)
Zoning Compliance Application (PDF)
****Banner, Block Party and Noise permits are currently handled through the Clerk's offices on the 2nd floor of City Hall. Please contact them at (734) 994-2725 for additional information and procedures.