CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN
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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

Staff

Terry 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.
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3. Cash is accepted during normal business hours.

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
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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

Code Effective Date
2015 Michigan Building Code 04-20-2017
2015 Michigan Residential Code 02-08-2016
2015 Michigan Rehab Code 12-13-2016
2015 Intl Property Maint. Code 02-08-2016
2009 ANSI - Accessiblity 10-09-2014
2017 Michigan Electrical Code Pt8 06-18-2015
2017 NEC 06-18-2015
2015 Michigan Mechanical Code 04-12-2017
2015 Int. Fuel Gas Code 04-12-2017
2015 Michigan Plumbing Code 04-20-2017
2015 Intl Fire Code 06-05-2017

Building Permits

Building 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 Reviews

Submit 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 Questions

Tips For Hiring a Contractor
Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Schedule My Inspection?

How to schedule an inspection
Virtual Inspection Program

Forms and Pamphlets

Freedom of Information Act Request Form
Gas Pressure Test Form
​HUD 309
Rodent Control
Sidewalk Covenant Application

Specific Requirements

Accessory Building Guide
Deck Construction Guide Information
Residential Above-Ground & In-Ground Pools (includes Spas & Hot Tubs)

Rental Properties

Residential 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 Verification

If 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.

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/Ordinances

Complaints can be filled out online via our complaint form. To access the form, please click the link below.

Online Complaint Form
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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 Requirements


Code For Development and Building

Soil and Erosion Quick Guide
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