Building Department
Contact Information
Phone 586-286-9323
FAX: 586-286-9484
Email: Building@clintontownship.com
Permits: BuildingPermits@clintontownship.com
24-Hour Inspection Line: 586-286-9320
Barry Miller, Superintendent
Fritz Birkam, Assistant Superintendent
FAX: 586-286-9484
Email: Building@clintontownship.com
Permits: BuildingPermits@clintontownship.com
24-Hour Inspection Line: 586-286-9320
Barry Miller, Superintendent
Fritz Birkam, Assistant Superintendent
StaffTerry Stopczy, Office Manager
Payment Options
1. US Mail a check or credit card form (click here for the form)
2. Place check or credit card form in the Drop Box located by main entrance at the Clinton Township Civic Center. 3. Cash is not accepted until township offices open to the public. Note: payment must be in envelope addressed to Building Department 40700 Romeo Plank Clinton Township MI 48038 It must also contain the property address and type of permit so we can apply the payment to the proper permit. Permit Applications
**APPLICANT DRIVER’S LICENSE AND ALL APPLICABLE TRADE LICENSES ARE REQUIRED WITH PERMIT APPLICATION**
Abandoned Structure Registration
Building Department Fees Building Permit Collection Bin Permit Chicken Permit Electrical Permit Fence Permit Manufactured Housing Permit Mechanical Permit Plumbing Permit Sidewalk & Approach Permit Sign Permit Temporary Structure/Tent Permit Township Certification(New Businesses) * If emailing in a building permit application, please send the email to BuildingPermits@clintontownship.com Current Codes
Building PermitsBuilding permit applications can be obtained at the Building Department or downloaded from our website. Applications are reviewed and either approved or denied, based on the information submitted. The contractor/owner will be notified by phone once approved or by letter if denied.
A non-refundable plan examination fee in the amount of $100.00 is required for all new residential homes and commercial/industrial projects when submitted. We accept cash or checks made out to the "Clinton Township Treasurer." **Please note: we no longer require the form called "Application for Plan Examination." Permit requests for all minor residential projects (see typical list below) must be accompanied by: an application, two (2) sets of drawings with wall section indicating proposed construction, and two (2) copies of a plot plan/mortgage survey showing all structures on the property as well as the proposed project location. Typical minor residential projects: Additions Antennas Awnings Basement egress windows Basement finishing/remodeling Basement waterproofing Decks/Arbors/Gazebos Demolitions Fences Garages/Sheds/Rat walls Garage or basement floor replacement Hot tubs/Swimming pools Patios with footings Porches Re-roofing Sidewalks/Approaches Windows (if size changes) Plan ReviewsSubmit completed application, $100.00 plan examination fee, and two (2) sets (for residential) or five (5) sets (for commercial/industrial) of plans and/or specifications with original seals and signatures in accordance with 1980 PA 299. Fire suppression shop drawings and computations shall be submitted to the Fire Department located on 42601 Romeo Plank Road.
Building Code: Site plan, foundation plan, soil bearing capacity, floor plans, building elevations, building sections, fire walls, separation walls with UL number, etc., framing plans, details, roof plan, roof finish schedule, door schedule, roof live and dead loads. Electrical Code: Plans for all electrical systems using more than six (6) circuits, excepting one and two family dwellings shall include lighting layout, circuiting, switching, conductor and raceway sizes, wattage schedule, service location and riser diagram, load calculations, appropriate plans showing standard symbols of all electrical equipment. Mechanical Code: Plans indicating heating equipment, air conditioning equipment, duct work sizes, material and layout, fire dampers, ventilation of rooms and areas, location of chimneys and vents, piping layouts. Plumbing Code: Site plan, floor plans riser diagrams and water distribution system and roof plan. Show direction of flow, pipe sizes, grade of horizontal piping, elevations, drainage fixture unit loading of stacks and drains in the DWV system, supply fixture unit load for the water system, branch supplies serving more than one plumbing fixture, appliance or hose outlet. Energy Code: Floor plans, building sections, details, average annual degree days, exterior envelope component materials, "U" values of elements, "R" values of insulation materials, size and type of apparatus and equipment, energy calculations. |
Frequently Asked QuestionsHow Do I Schedule My Inspection?
Forms and PamphletsFreedom of Information Act Request Form
Gas Pressure Test Form HUD 309 Rodent Control Sidewalk Covenant Application Specific RequirementsAccessory Building Guide
Deck Construction Guide Information Residential Above-Ground & In-Ground Pools (includes Spas & Hot Tubs) Rental PropertiesResidential properties being used as rentals must be registered with the Building Department. Registrations are valid for two (2) years. An Inspector will conduct an inspection once a rental application has been processed. For further instructions/information, or to download forms, click below for the Rental Application as well as a copy of the report our Inspectors will be working with during inspection.
Rental Property Application Inspection Checklist License VerificationIf you are considering having work done by a contractor, make sure they are properly licensed and insured for the work being done. Licenses can be verified through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Construction Codes, at http://www.michigan.gov or at the following phone numbers. It is always a good idea to get three quotes with references.
LICENSE VERIFICATION Building Division: 517-241-9317 Electrical Division: 517-241-9320 Licensing Division: 517-241-9316 Mechanical Division: 517-241-9325 Plumbing Division: 517-241-9330 Complaints/OrdinancesComplaints can be filled out online via our complaint form. To access the form, please click the link below.
Online Complaint Form If the complaint form is not working, then all complaints must be in writing and addressed to: Building Department 40700 Romeo Plank Road Clinton Township, MI 48038 Complaints may be emailed as well to building@clintontownship-mi.gov Clearly state the nature of your complaint and the address it pertains to. You may sign the complaint or remain anonymous. The complaint will be recorded and assigned to an inspector for investigation. Violations may be issued to obtain compliance. Please note, all TALL GRASS AND WEED COMPLAINTS must be sent to the Department of Public Services - DPW Division at dps@clintontownship.com or 586-286-9300. Click on the Building Department Ordinance Enforcement Brochure below for more information or on Official Code of Ordinances to view official code ordinances for Charter Township of Clinton. Ordinance Enforcement Brochure Ordinance Enforcement Complaint Form Official Code of Ordinances New Soil Erosion RequirementsCode For Development and Building |
