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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Rochester Hills
City online permit page is the main public intake for permit filing; scope-specific triggers are handled through permit application guides and the Building Department.
Note: No reliable consolidated exemption list was located on the reviewed Rochester Hills public pages. Contact the Building Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit.
- All required documents, including fees, must be submitted online
- Building code
- Effective March 12, 2024, commercial project permit applications are subject to the 2021 Michigan Mechanical and Plumbing Codes and the 2023 National Electrical Code; other Michigan codes are enforced through the Building Department.
- Owner-builder
- Contractors, homeowners, and architects are all expressly included in the online permitting page.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor and design-professional online permitting guidance is published; standard Michigan licensing rules apply.
Application process
Typical processing: Inspections verified and requested before 3:00 p.m. are scheduled for the next business day between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- 01 Use the Rochester Hills online permit page and guidance documents.
- 02 Submit all required documents and fees online.
- 03 Use the published electronic plan review and permitting guides.
- 04 Receive permit issuance after review.
- 05 Schedule inspections exclusively online through BS&A Online using the same login used for permit application.
- 06 Complete inspections and any special or safety inspection steps.
- 07 Obtain final approval and closeout.
Typical processing time: Inspections verified and requested before 3:00 p.m. are scheduled for the next business day between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Fee schedule
Rochester Hills building permit fees
Required documents, including fees, may be submitted online.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- BS&A Online (exclusive) (online)
- Scheduling deadline
- Requests verified before 3:00 p.m. schedule for next business day between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday (excluding holidays)
- Time windows
- 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Typical sequence: Permit issuance, scheduled field inspections, specialty inspections as needed, final approval.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Rochester Hills permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Rochester Hills, MI? ▸
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Rochester Hills, MI? ▸
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Rochester Hills, MI? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Rochester Hills, MI? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building Department, City of Rochester Hills before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.