Mount Morris Township

The building inspector approves permits and conducts inspections for permitted work under township and Michigan codes.

Note: Because the township page routes all regulated building work through the local office and all trades through the state, confirm any claimed exemption directly with the township.

Building code

2015 Michigan Residential Code, 2015 Michigan Building Code, and 2018 Rehabilitation Code

Permit validity

Permit renewals are charged at 50 percent of the original applicable fee with a $100.00 minimum.

Owner-builder

Application allows owner applicant information.

Contractor requirements

Contractors registration fee is $25.00 per year; electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits must be obtained through the State of Michigan and copied to the township.

1. 01
   Download the Building Permit Requirements and Building Permit Application from the township building page.
2. 02
   Submit the completed plan examination and building permit application with owner or contractor information and required supporting documents.
3. 03
   Obtain State of Michigan electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits separately and provide copies to the township.
4. 04
   Pay township permit, contractor registration, and any related fee schedule charges.
5. 05
   Receive the township permit before starting work.
6. 06
   Give at least 24 hours notice for inspections and complete required finals.

Source: Building Department ↗

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective April 13, 2020) before budgeting.

• 810-785-1054 ext. 220 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

At least 24 hours before the requested inspection

Inspection hours

Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM; special inspections by appointment only

Typical sequence: Permit issuance, required progress inspections, then final inspection by the township for building scope and by the state for trade scope.

Source: Building Department ↗