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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Winterfield Township
County permits required for building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical work.
Required documents
- Completed county permit application
- Project cost and parcel data
- Building code
- State Building Code, Michigan Electrical Code, State Plumbing Code, Michigan Building Code / Michigan Residential Code
- Permit validity
- Permit invalid if no work within six months of issuance or if work is suspended/abandoned for six months.
- Owner-builder
- Owner can be designated as permit holder; owner remains responsible for compliance.
- Contractor requirements
- Licensed and insured trades required where applicable.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Submit county permit forms for regulated construction work.
- 02 Handle zoning issues through Winterfield Township as applicable.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Winterfield Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
County trade-based fee tables and non-refundable application fee.
02
Reinspection fee
Reinspection fee may be charged for late cancellations, access issues, 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 Winterfield Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Winterfield Township, MI? ▸
County permits required for building/electrical/plumbing/mechanical work.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Winterfield Township, MI? ▸
Building permit fees in Winterfield Township, MI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: County trade-based fee tables and non-refundable application fee..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Winterfield Township, MI? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Winterfield Township, MI, follow these steps: 1. Submit county permit forms for regulated construction work. 2. Handle zoning issues through Winterfield Township as applicable.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Winterfield Township, MI? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Winterfield 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/winterfield-township
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Clare County Community Development before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.