City Building Permits

Long Rapids Township, MI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Long Rapids Township, Michigan. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Michigan Alpena County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Long Rapids Township

Department
Township building inspector function, with zoning and planning commission support
Address
Township Facility, 5310 M-65 North, Lachine, MI 49753
Phone
Township Supervisor 989-255-3602; Clerk 989-657-2095; Treasurer 989-379-3739

Application Process

  1. Use township inspectors and zoning/planning pages to identify the appropriate permit path.
  2. Refer to the electrical permit application and other township forms as needed.
  3. Submit permit materials through township contact points.

Source: Township building inspector function, with zoning and planning commission support

General Requirements

Required Documents

  • electrical inspection application

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Township building inspector function, with zoning and planning commission support to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Building inspector Don Gilmet (phone)
  • Mechanical inspector Bruce Tillinger (phone)
  • Electrical inspector Andrew Roznowski (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Electrical inspection form directions and fees are referenced on the inspectors page.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Township building inspector function, with zoning and planning commission support before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Long Rapids Township Building Permit FAQ

How do I apply for a building permit in Long Rapids Township, MI?
1. Use township inspectors and zoning/planning pages to identify the appropriate permit path. 2. Refer to the electrical permit application and other township forms as needed. 3. Submit permit materials through township contact points.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Long Rapids Township, MI?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Building inspector Don Gilmet, Mechanical inspector Bruce Tillinger, Electrical inspector Andrew Roznowski.

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