East Jordan, MI — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of East Jordan Planning and Zoning

Street address

201 Main Street, East Jordan, MI 49727

Phone

231-536-3381

info@eastjordancity.org

Coverage

City zoning, site plan review, and planning administration. Building permits are issued by Charlevoix County Building Safety.

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for East Jordan

City zoning and site plan review are required for qualifying projects; county building permits remain required for construction.

Note: The reviewed East Jordan pages did not publish a concise exempt-work list.

Required documents

One 24 x 36 paper copy, one 11 x 17 paper copy, and one electronic PDF of site plan
One 8.5 x 11 original paper copy of the application and attachments
One electronic PDF of the application and attachments

Building code: Michigan state building code baseline through county permit authority.
Owner-builder: County and state building permit rules apply.
Contractor requirements: County and state construction licensing rules apply.

Source: City of East Jordan Planning and Zoning ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Site plan review materials are required at least 21 business days before Planning Commission meeting.

01

Meet with the city zoning administrator or plan reviewer before submitting a site plan when required.
02

Submit required site plan materials to the City Clerk's Office at least 21 business days before the Planning Commission meeting.
03

Obtain city zoning and planning approvals.
04

Obtain the county building permit from Charlevoix County Building Safety.
05

Complete required inspections and final approvals.

Typical processing time: Site plan review materials are required at least 21 business days before Planning Commission meeting.

Source: City of East Jordan Planning and Zoning ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

East Jordan building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

General zoning permit $40

Plan check fee

General site plan review $300 for projects up to $100,000, plus 0.2% of project cost above $100,000; professional site plan review escrow $1,000.

Permit fee formula

City fee schedule includes general zoning permit, interpretation, special use, rezoning, variance, general/professional site plan review, lot splits, sign permits, demolition permits, and special meeting fees.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Inspection hours: County inspectors: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM by phone

Typical sequence: City zoning and site plan review first, then county building permit, then county inspections.

Source: City of East Jordan Planning and Zoning ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about East Jordan permits

01 Do I need a building permit in East Jordan, MI? ▸

City zoning and site plan review are required for qualifying projects; county building permits remain required for construction.

02 How much does a building permit cost in East Jordan, MI? ▸

Building permit fees in East Jordan, MI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is General zoning permit $40. Fees are calculated as: City fee schedule includes general zoning permit, interpretation, special use, rezoning, variance, general/professional site plan review, lot splits, sign permits, demolition permits, and special meeting fees.. Plan check fee: General site plan review $300 for projects up to $100,000, plus 0.2% of project cost above $100,000; professional site plan review escrow $1,000..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in East Jordan, MI? ▸

To apply for a building permit in East Jordan, MI, follow these steps: 1. Meet with the city zoning administrator or plan reviewer before submitting a site plan when required. 2. Submit required site plan materials to the City Clerk's Office at least 21 business days before the Planning Commission meeting. 3. Obtain city zoning and planning approvals. 4. Obtain the county building permit from Charlevoix County Building Safety. 5. Complete required inspections and final approvals.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in East Jordan, MI? ▸

Building permit processing times in East Jordan, MI typically run Site plan review materials are required at least 21 business days before Planning Commission meeting.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

last verified April 2026 source City of East Jordan Planning and Zoning ↗ entry id permits/michigan/charlevoix/east-jordan

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of East Jordan Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

City of East Jordan

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