County permits

Ottawa County

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

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Ottawa County.

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

Permit authority: No single countywide private building permit office identified; Ottawa County Building Authority oversees county building projects only
Website: Permit authority website ↗
Address: Ottawa County Administration Building, 12220 Fillmore Street, West Olive, MI 49460

Full unincorporated Ottawa County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Ottawa County

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

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Ottawa 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.