The Clay Township Building Departments goal is to provide the best building code enforcement services, assist applicants with the construction process and provide them the opportunity to complete their building goals. The main purpose of the Building Department is to insure the health, safety, and welfare of all citizens in Clay Township. The Building Department also oversees and inspects all construction, alterations, and building projects within the township. Other functions are to review building plans, issue building permits, mechanical permits, electrical permits, plumbing permits, and conduct inspections on work performed. Building permit fees are based on the value of the work being done; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical fees are listed on each application.
Clay Township office hours- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY.
Office closes for lunch- 12:00 PM TO 1:00 PM.
Drop box available for after hour drop offs.
Clay Township office hours- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY.
Office closes for lunch- 12:00 PM TO 1:00 PM.
Drop box available for after hour drop offs.
All work, except for siding, requires permits. Please call or email the Building Department with any questions before you start a project!
Driveway permits are not issued or authorized through Clay Township. Please visit the SCC Road Commission:
Permit Requirements & Applications – St. Clair County Road Commission
Effective July 1, 2024 OPEN ROOF INSPECTIONS REQUIRED.
Effective March 12, 2024 NEW 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
Driveway permits are not issued or authorized through Clay Township. Please visit the SCC Road Commission:
Permit Requirements & Applications – St. Clair County Road Commission
Effective July 1, 2024 OPEN ROOF INSPECTIONS REQUIRED.
Effective March 12, 2024 NEW 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
ALL NEW BUSINESSES ARE REQUIRED TO SCHEDULE A WALK THRU INSPECTION FOR THE BUILDING OFFICIAL AND FIRE CHIEF Call 810-794-9320 or email: anelsen@claytwpmi.gov or osolomon@claytwpmi.gov
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
EGLE RESOURCES (Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy)
EGLE's mission to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources is supported by environmental permitting. Through permit issuance and oversight, EGLE strives to facilitate environmentally responsible economic growth.
EGLE Permits:
https://mienviro.michigan.gov/nsite/map/help
EGLE Environmental Assistance Center (EAC):
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/contact/environmental-assistance-center
EGLE Septic Replacement Loan Program Link:
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/about/organization/drinking-water-and-environmental-health/onsite-wastewater-management/septic-replacement-loan-program
EGLE Public Services:
https://www.michigan.gov/egle/public/services
FEMA:
Home | FEMA.gov
FEMA Flood Map:
https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home
National Flood Insurance Program:
https://www.floodsmart.gov
Inspections
Building and Zoning Inspections are scheduled Monday thru Thursday approximately 9am-3pm.
Electrical Inspections are scheduled Monday thru Thursday after 4:00 pm.
Mechanical and Plumbing Inspections are scheduled Mondays and Wednesdays, after 5:00 pm.
We require 24-hour notice by email anelsen@claytwpmi.gov or osolomon@claytwpmi.gov or phone 810-794-9320.
Electrical Inspections are scheduled Monday thru Thursday after 4:00 pm.
Mechanical and Plumbing Inspections are scheduled Mondays and Wednesdays, after 5:00 pm.
We require 24-hour notice by email anelsen@claytwpmi.gov or osolomon@claytwpmi.gov or phone 810-794-9320.
STATE REQUIREMENTS
All inspectors in Clay Township hold appropriate licenses from the State of Michigan in their respective fields and are registered with the State of Michigan Consumers and Industry Service as inspectors. All inspectors are required to complete a set number of hours of continuing education programs approved by the State for their individual registration.
All inspectors in Clay Township hold appropriate licenses from the State of Michigan in their respective fields and are registered with the State of Michigan Consumers and Industry Service as inspectors. All inspectors are required to complete a set number of hours of continuing education programs approved by the State for their individual registration.
CODES
The Township of Clay has adopted the State of Michigan Building Codes and is the enforcing agency for the following codes:
- 2021 Michigan Building Code
- 2015 Michigan Residential Code
2023 Part 8 Rules
- 2015 Michigan Mechanical Code
- 2018 Michigan Plumbing Code
- 2023 National Electrical Code
Permits
- Permits can be submitted in person, by mail, by email, faxed, or dropped off in our drop box.
- Please note, two (2) copies of full-size plans are required for any Building Projects.
- If submitted digitally, we must be able to print off Ledger Size for legibility.
- Building permits fees, which include processing, staff review and all required inspections, are based on the cost of construction. Trade permits fees are based on the actual work being performed. When a contractor obtains a permit, the person who holds the license must sign the application.
- Permits are required for the following work: The provisions of the code require any owner or authorized agent intending to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by the code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. Examples include:
- Alterations / Structural repairs
- New Construction
- Electrical, Plumbing, Heating and Cooling installation
- Accessory structures
- Decks / Porches
- Tear Off, Re-Roof
- Occupancy and Land Use
- All Signage
- Any sheds or fences, require a zoning compliance permit.
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