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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Lincoln Township
County permits required for building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical trades.
Required documents
- Completed county permit application
- Project scope and trade selection
- 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 is suspended/abandoned for six months.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builder may be permitted as the applicant.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed and insured contractors required where applicable.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Submit county permit applications for regulated work.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Lincoln Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
County trade-specific fee structure on permit forms; non-refundable application fee.
02
Reinspection fee
Reinspection fee may be charged for cancellation after 9:00 a.m., denied access, or failed inspections.
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 workflow.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Lincoln Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Lincoln Township, MI? ▸
County permits required for building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical trades.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Lincoln Township, MI? ▸
Building permit fees in Lincoln Township, MI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: County trade-specific fee structure on permit forms; non-refundable application fee..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Lincoln Township, MI? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Lincoln Township, MI, follow these steps: 1. Submit county permit applications for regulated work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lincoln Township, MI? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lincoln 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 ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Clare County Community Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.