Building Division
Overview
 The Building Division’s
primary duties include the review of construction plans and documents,
the issuance of building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and plumbing
permits and the inspection of new and renovated structures for
compliance with applicable codes and standards. The Division is
also responsible for registering all contractors who perform work in the
City.
The Building Official oversees a staff of 12:
- Two Property Maintenance Inspectors
- Three Building Inspectors
- One Electrical Inspector
- One Plumbing Inspector
- One Heating/Cooling Inspector
- One Plan Examiner (part time)
- One Building Division Aide
- Two Clerk Typist II
Statistical reports are sent monthly to the U. S. Census Bureau, the
F. W. Dodge Report and the Southeastern Michigan Council of Governments
(SEMCOG) as well as other City departments.
The Building Division maintains permit and plan records in accordance
with the State of Michigan record retention schedule and receives many
requests for copies of plans and construction documents each year.
The Building Division also responds to resident complaints pertaining
to substandard housing and property maintenance issues and initiates
enforcement action when warranted.
Contact the Building Division at (248) 871-2450 for further
information or questions.
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