Lexington, MI — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Village of Lexington Zoning Administrator for land-use permits; Sanilac County Construction and Land Use Department for all building reviews and permits

Street address

Village Hall contact via website; county building office at 60 W. Sanilac, Room 210, Sandusky, MI 48471 for building permits

Phone

Village 810-359-8631; county 810-648-4664

zoning@villageoflexington.com

Coverage

Village of Lexington

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Lexington

The village ordinance says all uses regulated by the zoning ordinance must first receive an approved land use permit; county building permits are then mandatory for the structure

Scope of work

Permit?

Land-use permits cover most new construction, accessory buildings, fences, signs, and similar development activity

Exempt

Exempt Land-use permits cover most new construction, accessory buildings, fences, signs, and similar development activity

Required documents

Name, address, phone, legal description or address, proof of possession, site plan, plans and specifications

Building code: Michigan state construction code baseline through county enforcement
Permit validity: Land use permits expire within one year unless construction or activity has commenced
Contractor requirements: County trade permit rules apply

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Obtain a Lexington zoning or land-use permit before beginning building review.
02

Submit the village land-use application with site plan and building plans.
03

Then apply to Sanilac County for building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits.
04

County performs plan check and inspections.

Source: Village of Lexington Zoning Administrator for land-use permits; Sanilac County Construction and Land Use Department for all building reviews and permits ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Lexington building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

Included in the village land-use schedule for zoning review categories; county building plan review fee not publicly itemized in the reviewed sources

Permit fee formula

Village publishes tiered fees for new home, additions, alterations, commercial buildings, parking lots, signs, fences, and driveways

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

County inspections are by phone and fax (phone)

Inspection hours: County inspection scheduling window is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Typical sequence: Village land-use approval first, county building permit second, then county inspections

County inspections are usually within 3 business days, up to 5 during busy periods

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Lexington permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Lexington, MI? ▸

The village ordinance says all uses regulated by the zoning ordinance must first receive an approved land use permit; county building permits are then mandatory for the structure

02 How much does a building permit cost in Lexington, MI? ▸

Building permit fees in Lexington, MI are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Village publishes tiered fees for new home, additions, alterations, commercial buildings, parking lots, signs, fences, and driveways. Plan check fee: Included in the village land-use schedule for zoning review categories; county building plan review fee not publicly itemized in the reviewed sources.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Lexington, MI? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Lexington, MI, follow these steps: 1. Obtain a Lexington zoning or land-use permit before beginning building review. 2. Submit the village land-use application with site plan and building plans. 3. Then apply to Sanilac County for building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits. 4. County performs plan check and inspections.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Lexington, MI? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Lexington, MI. The following work is generally exempt: Land-use permits cover most new construction, accessory buildings, fences, signs, and similar development activity. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lexington, MI? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lexington, MI via: County inspections are by phone and fax.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Lexington Zoning Administrator for land-use permits; Sanilac County Construction and Land Use Department for all building reviews and permits ↗ entry id permits/michigan/sanilac/lexington

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Lexington Zoning Administrator for land-use permits; Sanilac County Construction and Land Use Department for all building reviews and permits before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Village of Lexington

Other jurisdictions in Sanilac County.