Informational Sheets 

We are working to include the most common construction "how to" questions on our web site.  If you have suggestions for others you would like to see included, please e-mail us.  

Click on the links below to view a PDF document.

•  Basement Remodeling (PDF)

•  Building Codes (PDF)

•  Building Permit Checklist - 1 & 2 Family Residential (PDF)

•  Building Permit Checklist - Commercial & Multi-Family (PDF)

•  Construction Drawing Requirements - Residential (PDF)

•  Decks (PDF)

•  Demolition Procedures (PDF)

•  Egress Windows (PDF)

•  Fence Guidelines and Application (PDF)

•  Garages, Carports and Accessory Buildings (PDF)

•  Inspections - Required Residential Building Inspections (PDF)

•  Interior Remodeling (PDF)

•  Michigan Uniform Energy Code 2003 (PDF)

•  Orangeburg Piping (PDF)

•  Permits - Cancelled and Expired Construction Permits (PDF)

•  Ramps (PDF)

•  Select a Contractor (PDF)

•  Smoke Detectors (PDF)

•  Stairs (PDF)

•  Windows (PDF)