City Building Permits

Pittsfield Charter Township, MI - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Pittsfield Charter Township, Michigan. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Michigan Washtenaw County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Charter township administers its own permits and inspections within township limits.

Department
Pittsfield Charter Township Building Services, Building Inspection Division
Address
6201 W. Michigan Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48108-9721
Phone
734-822-3125

Online Permit Portal

Platform: BS&A Online • Account required: No • Submission: Online or in-person

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Check Required Permits, Required Inspections, and Basic Permit Submittal Information.
  2. Download and complete the correct permit application/forms.
  3. Submit forms, plans, and supporting materials to Building Services.
  4. Township reviews for zoning/building compliance and calculates fees.
  5. Pay permit fees.
  6. Permit is issued.
  7. Schedule and complete required inspections through Building Services.

Source: Pittsfield Charter Township Building Services, Building Inspection Division

General Requirements

Township posts required permits, inspection lists, and permit application forms for common residential and commercial work.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Plans/specifications
  • Project-specific supporting documentation based on work type
Building code
Michigan state construction code baseline, administered locally by Pittsfield.
Contractor requirements
Michigan state contractor and trade licensing requirements apply; township administers permit intake and inspections locally.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Township fee schedule covers Building Services and appears to use project- and inspection-type fees.
Payment note
Public online payment available through BS&A.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Pittsfield Charter Township Building Services, Building Inspection Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Pittsfield Building Services / Permit and Inspection line (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: Permit issuance, required trade/building inspections, final inspection.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Pittsfield Charter Township Building Services, Building Inspection Division before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pittsfield Charter Township Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Pittsfield Charter Township, MI?
Township posts required permits, inspection lists, and permit application forms for common residential and commercial work.
How much does a building permit cost in Pittsfield Charter Township, MI?
Fees are calculated as: Township fee schedule covers Building Services and appears to use project- and inspection-type fees..
How do I apply for a building permit in Pittsfield Charter Township, MI?
1. Check Required Permits, Required Inspections, and Basic Permit Submittal Information. 2. Download and complete the correct permit application/forms. 3. Submit forms, plans, and supporting materials to Building Services. 4. Township reviews for zoning/building compliance and calculates fees. 5. Pay permit fees. 6. Permit is issued. 7. Schedule and complete required inspections through Building Services.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Pittsfield Charter Township, MI?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Pittsfield Building Services / Permit and Inspection line.

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