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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hayes Township
County permit required for building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
Required documents
- Completed county application
- Project and owner/contractor information
- Building code
- State Building Code, Michigan Electrical Code, State Plumbing Code, Michigan Building Code / Michigan Residential Code
- Permit validity
- Permit invalid if work does not start within six months or if suspended/abandoned for six months.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builder may apply as permit holder.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed and insured trades required where required.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Use county permit forms for building/trade permits.
- 02 Contact Hayes Township for local zoning or land-use matters.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Hayes Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Trade-specific fee formula and non-refundable application fee from county forms.
02
Reinspection fee
Reinspection fee may be charged for late cancellation, denied access, or failed inspection.
Work started before permit issuance may double total permit fees on trade forms.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- County inspection line 989-539-2741 (phone)
- County inspection fax 989-539-7385 (fax)
- Scheduling deadline
- Most inspections are completed within three business days after request.
- Inspection hours
- 8:00 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.
Typical sequence: First-requested, first-scheduled process and permit-holder required contact details.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hayes Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hayes Township, MI? ▸
County permit required for building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hayes Township, MI? ▸
Building permit fees in Hayes Township, MI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Trade-specific fee formula and non-refundable application fee from county forms..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hayes Township, MI? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Hayes Township, MI, follow these steps: 1. Use county permit forms for building/trade permits. 2. Contact Hayes Township for local zoning or land-use matters.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hayes Township, MI? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Hayes Township, MI via: County inspection line 989-539-2741, County inspection fax 989-539-7385. Most inspections are completed within three business days after request..
last verified April 2026
source Clare County Community Development ↗
entry id permits/michigan/clare/hayes-township
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Clare County Community Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.