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Q: I am going to be working on my home myself. Do I need permits and inspections from the Township?

Generally, permits and inspections are not required for ordinary repairs. Ordinary repairs do not include the construction or cutting away of any wall (or portion thereof), structural member or changes affecting egress; nor do ordinary repairs include addition to or alteration of any water supply, sewer, drain, vent or similar piping, electrical wiring, mechanical equipment or duct. Permits are not required for roofing (where no structural replacement required), siding gutters, trim, painting, papering, tiling, carpet, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work. Permits are also not required for exterior sidewalks and driveways, window and door replacement (opening size not modified), and minor repairs to plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.

Administers building permits, inspections, plan reviews, and code enforcement related to construction and development.

Overview

Permit applications may be mailed in or brought in with payment. We cannot accept electronic applications and payment.

Inspections are scheduled by contacting the Building Department directly at (734) 896-3525. Inspection requests must be received no later than 3:30 p.m. the day prior to inspection. Inspections are on the following days:

Building and Electrical inspections – Monday through Friday.
Plumbing and Mechanical inspections – Monday, Wednesday, and Friday only.

When calling for inspections, please provide the following information:

Site Address
Permit Number
Type of Inspection
Name and Phone Number of Permit Holder

Superior Township enforces the State of Michigan building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes as required by Public Act 230 (PA230), the Stille-DeRossett-Hale Single State Construction Code Act.

Document Downloads

Design Guidelines – The Historic Village of Dixboro

Required Electric, Mechanical, and Plumbing Inspections

Submittals Required to Accompany Building Permit Application

Work Not Requiring Permit

Zoning Map

Bond Application

Building Permit Application

Contractor Registration Form

Electrical Permit Application

Gas Pipe and Gas Meter Sizing Worksheet

Mechanical Permit Application

Plumbing Permit Application

Required Building Inspections

Zoning Compliance Application

Master Plan (2010 Archive)

Master Plan (2024 Current)

Additional Information

Building and Zoning FAQs

I am going to hire a contractor to work on my home. Does my contractor need to be licensed?

In general, a person who contracts with a homeowner for residential construction or remodeling where the total value of the project is $600.00 or more, including material and labor, is required to be licensed in the State of Michigan as a Residential Builder or a Maintenance and Alteration Contractor. A Builders License allows a contractor to do all the work (except Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical) for a project while a Maintenance and Alteration contractor is permitted to perform only the specific trade or trades endorsed on their license.

How can I check to see if my contractor is licensed?

Builders licenses can be verified by checking on the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) website. www.michigan.gov/builders. You may also contact the Builders Unit at 517-373-8376.

I am going to be working on my home myself. Do I need permits and inspections from the Township?

Generally, permits and inspections are not required for ordinary repairs. Ordinary repairs do not include the construction or cutting away of any wall (or portion thereof), structural member or changes affecting egress; nor do ordinary repairs include addition to or alteration of any water supply, sewer, drain, vent or similar piping, electrical wiring, mechanical equipment or duct. Permits are not required for roofing (where no structural replacement required), siding gutters, trim, painting, papering, tiling, carpet, cabinets, countertops and similar finish work. Permits are also not required for exterior sidewalks and driveways, window and door replacement (opening size not modified), and minor repairs to plumbing, mechanical and electrical systems.

Do I need a permit for my deck, fence or shed?

Decks adjacent to a dwelling require permits, inspections, and Zoning Compliance review. Sheds less than 200 sq. ft. in area and fences less than six (6) foot in height do not require building permits but do require Zoning Compliance review. Zoning Compliance Application form can be accessed HERE.

How many copies of my construction plans do I submit?

All building applications require three (3) total sets of plans submitted. We require one (1) of those copies to be no larger than 11”x17” and also be legible.

Rental Housing Program

The new rental housing program registers and inspects rental properties under the Township’s certification ordinance, ensuring safe, well-maintained housing for tenants and landlords.