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1. What are the office hours?

The Construction Code office hours are from 7:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with the exception of national holidays.

2. How do I apply for an electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing permit?

An application can be obtained from this website or you may pick an application up in our office. The application must be filled out, and payment is required at that time. Applications and Forms Page

3. How are the fees for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits determined?

The permit fees are determined based on the type of work being done and what items are chosen in the fee chart. The fee chart is at the bottom of each of those particular applications.
These fees do not pertain to building permits.

4. Who can apply for an electrical, plumbing or mechanical permit?

If you are a homeowner, live in the home, and you are doing the work, then you may pull the permit. If a licensed contractor is doing the work, they must pull the permit.

The application is considered a legal document and there is an affidavit which states whomever pulls the permit is legally responsible for the work being performed. If the home is a rental, the permit is considered work being done for a commercial job and a licensed contractor must apply for the permit.

5. Which forms of payment are accepted?

The Construction Code Office accepts cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard and Discover.
For security purposes, we do not accept payments over the telephone.

6. Can I register my credit card with the Construction Code office?

No. We no longer 'register' credit cards in the Construction Code office. For your protection we will no longer keep any credit card information on file.

7. Can I apply online for a permit?

Not quite yet, HOWEVER, we are in the process of setting up our system to offer this option! Currently, you may find an application on this website or you may call the office and request one to emailed to you. Applications and Forms Page

8. How does a contractor register with the Construction Code Office?

In order for a contractor to register with the Construction Code Office, we must have a copy of the current contractor license. There is no fee to register.

9. Does my job require a plan review?

Each trade has it's own requirements to determine if a plan review is required. Please refer to the When a Plan Review is Required page for more information. When a Plan Review is Required Page

10. What is the process of a plan review?

A plan review application must be completed and submitted along with 2 sets of sealed drawings, and an energy report for electrical and mechanical plans. The plan review normally takes up to 1 week for each trade. A permit will not be issued until the plan review has been completed, approved, and the plans have been picked up.

11. Is there a cost to receive an electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing plan review?

There is a cost to the applicant for an electrical, mechanical, or a plumbing plan review. The fee is $75 for each trade. The fee must be paid before the plan review process begins. There is no fee required if the project is in any other township.

12. What types of inspections are required?

The types of inspections depend on the work being performed. If the work will be covered up at some point typically, you will need a rough and a final inspection. If you are not sure you may call one of the inspectors at 231-995-6049. They are in the office Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m., at which time they leave the office for the day to complete inspections.

13. How do I request an inspection?

You may call the office at 231-995-6049 to request an inspection. When you call, you must have your permit number or your inspection will not be scheduled. Typically, the inspection will take place within 48 hours.