County permits

Leelanau County

Leelanau County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Leelanau County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: Leelanau County Department of Building Safety
Website: Permit authority website ↗
Phone: 231-256-9806
Email: buildingsafety@leelanau.gov
Address: 8527 E. Government Center Dr., Suite 109, Suttons Bay, MI 49682

Full unincorporated Leelanau County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Leelanau County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Leelanau County, Michigan. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.