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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Clinton Township
Clinton Township's permit page lists applications for building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, reroof, fence, manufactured housing, sidewalks/approaches, temporary structures, and more.
Ordinary cosmetic repairs and other work not affecting structure or regulated trade systems.
- Exempt Ordinary cosmetic repairs and other work not affecting structure or regulated trade systems.
Note: No consolidated Clinton Township exempt-work bulletin was located on the public site. The township instead publishes lists of work that does require permits. Township confirmation is advisable.
Required documents
- Application
- Project drawings
- Plot plan or mortgage survey for minor residential work
- Additional items for larger projects that trigger plan examination
- Building code
- 2021 Michigan Building Code; 2015 Michigan Residential Code; 2021 Michigan Rehab Code; 2021 International Property Maintenance Code; ICC A117.1-2017; 2023 Michigan Electrical Code; 2021 Michigan Mechanical Code; 2021 International Fuel Gas Code; 2021 Michigan Plumbing Code.
- Permit validity
- Public-facing township pages reviewed did not post a consolidated permit-expiration rule.
- Owner-builder
- Public permit pages reviewed did not post a separate homeowner affidavit, but the township accepts owner-side permit applications and direct permit notifications.
- Contractor requirements
- Township directs users to verify licenses through Michigan LARA and provides trade verification phone numbers and links.
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Download the correct permit form from the Building Department page.
- 02 Assemble the required support documents. For minor residential projects, Clinton Township requires an application, two sets of drawings with wall section, and two copies of a plot plan or mortgage survey.
- 03 Submit the package to the Building Department. Building permit applications are reviewed and approved or denied based on the information submitted.
- 04 Pay required review fees. Clinton Township states a non-refundable $100 plan examination fee is required for all new residential homes and commercial or industrial projects at submittal.
- 05 Wait for staff notice; the contractor or owner is notified by phone once approved or by letter if denied.
- 06 After issuance, request inspections online; the department has phased out phone scheduling and now requires online inspection requests.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Clinton Township building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Includes a $100 non-refundable plan examination fee for all new homes and commercial or industrial projects.
02
Plan check fee
$100 plan examination fee for all new residential homes and commercial/industrial projects.
03
Permit fee formula
Mixed fee schedule by permit and review type.
04
Reinspection fee
Trade permit forms note additional inspection fees may be required by the Building Official.
Building Permit Information says cash or checks payable to the Clinton Township Treasurer are accepted.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Online inspection request form only (online)
- Inspection hours
- Department office hours Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Typical sequence: Inspection request form accepts stage-specific inspection types such as footing, rough, ratwall, above ground, and final.
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Clinton Township permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Clinton Township, MI? ▸
Clinton Township's permit page lists applications for building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, reroof, fence, manufactured housing, sidewalks/approaches, temporary structures, and more.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Clinton Township, MI? ▸
Building permit fees in Clinton Township, MI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Includes a $100 non-refundable plan examination fee for all new homes and commercial or industrial projects.. Fees are calculated as: Mixed fee schedule by permit and review type.. Plan check fee: $100 plan examination fee for all new residential homes and commercial/industrial projects..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Clinton Township, MI? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Clinton Township, MI, follow these steps: 1. Download the correct permit form from the Building Department page. 2. Assemble the required support documents. For minor residential projects, Clinton Township requires an application, two sets of drawings with wall section, and two copies of a plot plan or mortgage survey. 3. Submit the package to the Building Department. Building permit applications are reviewed and approved or denied based on the information submitted. 4. Pay required review fees. Clinton Township states a non-refundable $100 plan examination fee is required for all new residential homes and commercial or industrial projects at submittal. 5. Wait for staff notice; the contractor or owner is notified by phone once approved or by letter if denied. 6. After issuance, request inspections online; the department has phased out phone scheduling and now requires online inspection requests.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Clinton Township, MI? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Clinton Township, MI. The following work is generally exempt: Ordinary cosmetic repairs and other work not affecting structure or regulated trade systems.. Note: No consolidated Clinton Township exempt-work bulletin was located on the public site. The township instead publishes lists of work that does require permits. Township confirmation is advisable. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Clinton Township, MI? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Clinton Township, MI via: Online inspection request form only.
last verified April 2026
source Building Department, Charter Township of Clinton ↗
entry id permits/michigan/macomb/clinton-township
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department, Charter Township of Clinton before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.