City Building Permits

Grant Township, MI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Michigan Clare County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

County permits for plumbing/mechanical; township handling for certain building/electrical matters.

Department
Clare County Community Development
Address
225 W Main St., Harrison, MI 48625
Phone
989-539-2761

Online Permit Portal

Platform: PDF forms + email • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Download and complete county permit forms for applicable regulated work.
  2. Contact Grant Township (Barry at 989-339-4274) for building/electrical handling and local permitting context.
  3. Submit permits and request inspections through the appropriate local/county channel.

Source: Clare County Community Development

General Requirements

County plumbing and mechanical permits plus local Grant Township permit handling may apply for building/electrical work.

Required Documents

  • Completed county permit application
  • Project cost and parcel details
  • Trade-specific permits as required
Permit validity
Permit invalid if work does not start within six months or is suspended/abandoned for six months.
Building code
State Building Code, Michigan Electrical Code, State Plumbing Code, Michigan Building Code / Michigan Residential Code
Owner-builder
Owner-builder can be an applicant on county forms.
Contractor requirements
Use licensed and insured trades where required.

Fees

Permit fee formula
County fee tables on trade permit forms; non-refundable application fees apply.
Reinspection fee
Reinspection fee may be charged for cancellation after 9:00 a.m., no access, or failed inspection.
Payment note
Work started before permit issuance may double total permit fees on trade forms.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Clare County Community Development to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Grant Township contact Barry at 989-339-4274 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Most inspections are completed within three business days after request.

Typical inspection sequence: County and township coordination is used for request timing and sequencing.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Clare County Community Development before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Grant Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Grant Township, MI?
County plumbing and mechanical permits plus local Grant Township permit handling may apply for building/electrical work.
How much does a building permit cost in Grant Township, MI?
Fees are calculated as: County fee tables on trade permit forms; non-refundable application fees apply..
How do I apply for a building permit in Grant Township, MI?
1. Download and complete county permit forms for applicable regulated work. 2. Contact Grant Township (Barry at 989-339-4274) for building/electrical handling and local permitting context. 3. Submit permits and request inspections through the appropriate local/county channel.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Grant Township, MI?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Grant Township contact Barry at 989-339-4274. Most inspections are completed within three business days after request..

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