Now accepting permit applications online. Please click the link above.
Payment Options
Payments may be submitted using one of the following methods:
· By mail
· In person during regular office hours
· Via our secure drop box, available for use outside of normal office hours
Building Permit Applications – applicants are required to submit two complete sets of construction plans with their building permit application. Please deliver the plans directly to our office, as we are not equipped to print large-format construction documents. Please don’t hesitate to contact the Building Department if you have any questions.
Permits:
Permits:
- Permits can be submitted online, 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.
- 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.\
Clay Township office hours- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, MONDAY THROUGH THURSDAY (closed 12pm - 1pm)
Drop box available for after hour drop offs.
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
Effective July 1, 2024 OPEN ROOF INSPECTIONS REQUIRED.
Effective March 12, 2024 NEW 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
Effective July 1, 2024 OPEN ROOF INSPECTIONS REQUIRED.
Effective March 12, 2024 NEW 2023 NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE.
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.
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'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.
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