Mission Statement
To assure compliance with all currant State Construction Laws, Rule and Codes
P.A.230 1972 Single State Construction Code Act
MICHIGAN RESIDENTIAL CODE 2015
MICHIGAN BUILDING CODE 2012
MICHIGAN REHABILITATION CODE for EXISTING BUILDINGS 2012
MICHIGAN UNIFORM ENERGY CODE 2015
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Description
of the duties of this office
Assist homeowners and contractors in applying for permits
Review drawings to ensure code compliance before construction begins / make corrections
Issue permits after drawings are approved and fee is payed
Perform on-site inspections to ensure compliance with approved drawings and building codes
Issue notices for violations of building codes
Issue Certificate of Use Occupancy for completed projects
BUILDING PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING
Construction other than detached accessory structure under 200 sq. ft.(residential) or 120sq. ft. (non-residential)
Additions (including decks)
Alterations or remodeling that include cutting away any wall or portion of a wall
· Install or replace any manufactured home
· Moved structures
· Demolition of a structure
· Fences 6' or higher, Retaining walls 4' or higher, Pools 2' or more deep, Signs/Marquee
· Change in Use and Occupancy of a structure
· Temporary structures more than 120 sq. ft. including tents and stages (non-residential)
Permits are not required for siding, maintenance, minor repairs or finish work
REQUIREMENTS FOR OBTAINING A BUILDING PERMIT
Residential Dwellings up to 3500 sq. ft.,
Residential Accessory Structure up to 3000 sq. ft.,
Additions or Alterations
· Completed application and required fee
· Site plan showing proposed construction, property lines, roads, structures & dimensions
· Drawings of proposed construction showing all structural and code requirements
Non-Residential Projects, Residential Dwellings over 3500 sq. ft.,
Residential Accessory Structure over 3000 sq. ft.
· Completed application and required fee
· Site plan showing proposed construction, property lines, roads, structures & dimensions
· Drawings of proposed construction prepared by a Registered Design Professional
DRAWINGS MUST BE REVEIWED BEFORE A PERMIT IS ISSUED AND MAY BE:
· APPROVED
· APPROVED WITH MINOR CORRECTIONS MADE
· RETURNED FOR MORE DETAIL
· REJECTED AND DESIGN DRAWINGS REQUIRED
YOU MAY ALSO NEED
· Zoning Applications for: Cedarville Township, Harris Township, Ingallston Township, Lake Township, Mellen Township, Stephenson Township, Village of Powers.
Sanitary Permit for new homes, camps and bedroom additions.
Soil Erosion, Sedimentation Control Permit for an earth change over one acre or within 500' of water. 906-753-6343
Driveway permit from Menominee County Road Commission (work within county easement). 906-753-6914
Floodplain, wetlands or other permits issued by MDNRE
Electrical, Plumbing or Mechanical permits issued by State of Michigan
INSPECTIONS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED
(b) FOOTING - When forms and reinforcement are in place, prior to placing concrete.
FOUNDATION - Damp proofing, Drainage system and floor deck in place - prior to backfill.
ROUGH - All framing, bracing, fire stopping and electrical, plumbing, mechanical rough inspections are done - Prior to insulating (truss drawings must be onsite).
INSULATION - When requirements of M.U.E.C. are met - prior to covering insulation.
FINAL - On completion of project - prior to occupancy, at this time a certificate of occupancy may be issued (electrical, plumbing, mechanical final inspections required)
SPECIAL INSPECTIONS - As required (demolition permits require two inspections)
PERMITS EXPIRE IN 180 DAYS IF WORK HAS NOT STARTED OR NO INSPECTIONS ARE CALLED FOR - AN EXTENSION MAY BE REQUESTED IN WRITING.
CONTACTS RELATED TO BUILDING PERMITS
ZONING
Cedarville Township - Linda Peterson - 906-280-2443
Ingallston Township - Carl Johnson - 906-282-7936
Mellen Township - Thomas Philipps - 906-753-4242
Harris Township - Alex Jorasz - 906-466-5364
Lake Township - Jason Niemi - 906-290-0754
Stephenson Township - Mark Marklein- 906-458-1360
Village of Powers - Scott Nowack - 906-282-5946
STATE OF MICHIGAN CONTACTS
(b)Check a builders license Find / Verify a Licensed Professional or Business (michigan.gov)
Bureau of Construction Codes Construction Codes (michigan.gov)
DEQ Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (michigan.gov)
Electrical Inspector - for inspections call Russell Welch 906-450-3688
Apply for an electrical permit here
Plumbing Inspector - For inspections call: 517-241-9330
Apply for a plumbing permit here
Mechanical Inspector - For inspections call: 906-241-0730
Apply for a mechanical permit here
| Contact: |
Jessika Thoune - Secretary
Phone: (906) 753-6343
Fax: (906) 753-2200
Click here to email |
| Address: |
S904 US Hwy 41
Stephenson, MI 49887
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| Office Hours: |
8:00 am - 3:00 pm ~ Monday-Thursday (Central Time Zone)
Closed on Fridays |
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