County permits

Clare County

Clare County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Clare County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: Clare County Community Development
Website: Clare County permit forms ↗
Online portal: Clare County permit forms ↗
Phone: 989-539-2761
Email: goodmant@clareco.net
Address: 225 W Main St., Harrison, MI 48625

Full unincorporated Clare County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Clare County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Clare County, Michigan. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.