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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Westland
Additions, new buildings, renovations, decks, fences, fireplaces, garages, pools, commercial renovations, signs, fire suppression, fire alarm, and separate electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work.
Note: No broad exemption list is published on the city's main permit-required page. City messaging is to check first because many residential and commercial projects require permits.
- Completed application
- Email addresses
- Contractor residential builder license number for residential work
- Plot plan for exterior work
- Stamped plans for commercial submittals
- Multiple hard copies or PDF as required
- Building code
- City references Michigan Uniform Building Codes and enforces state and local requirements.
- Permit validity
- Verify expiration rules on the permit form or issued permit.
- Owner-builder
- Public pages focus on contractor licensing and builder registration; owner-builder rules are not well summarized online.
- Contractor requirements
- Contractor or builder registration is required for use of online permitting tools; residential projects must include contractor residential builder license number.
Source: Planning and Building Department, Building Division ↗
Application process
Typical processing: Plan reviews are processed after complete submittal; no citywide estimate posted on the main permit-required page.
- 01 Determine whether the project requires building and separate trade permits.
- 02 Submit the permit application with plans, contractor registration, and plot plan or other required materials.
- 03 For plan review jobs, submit residential or commercial package and pay the $100 administration deposit plus review fee.
- 04 Respond to plan review comments or revision requests.
- 05 Pay remaining permit fees and obtain issued permit.
- 06 Schedule inspections online, by email, phone, or in person and close out with final approval.
Typical processing time: Plan reviews are processed after complete submittal; no citywide estimate posted on the main permit-required page.
Source: Planning and Building Department, Building Division ↗
Fee schedule
Westland building permit fees
Payments can be made online through BS&A or by check mailed or delivered with documentation to City Hall.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Building Permit Information Online (online)
- inspection@cityofwestland.com (email)
- 734-467-3210 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Typical sequence: Building and relevant trade rough inspections, correction cycle, final inspection, then occupancy or permit closeout.
Source: Planning and Building Department, Building Division ↗
Frequently asked
Common questions about Westland permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Westland, MI? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Westland, MI? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Westland, MI? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Westland, MI? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Westland, MI? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning and Building Department, Building Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.