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Building Permit Application - City of Pontiac 2026

The document is an application form for obtaining a building permit and plan examination from the City of Pontiac's Department of Building & Safety. It outlines the necessary information required from applicants, including project details, identification of owners, architects, engineers, and contractors, as well as types of improvements and proposed uses for buildings. The form emphasizes compliance with local laws and regulations, non-discrimination policies, and includes sections for fees and approvals related to environmental controls.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Building Permit Application in the editor.
Begin with Section I: Project Information. Fill in the legal description, permit number, parcel number, project name, address, city (Pontiac), state (Michigan), county (Oakland), and zip code.
Move to Section II: Identification. Complete details for the owner or lessee, architect or engineer, and contractor. Ensure you include names, addresses, telephone numbers, license numbers, and expiration dates where applicable.
In Section III: Type of Improvement and Plan Review, select the type of improvement by checking the appropriate boxes. Specify if a building review is needed.
Proceed to Section IV: Proposed Use of Building. Indicate whether it is residential or non-residential and provide detailed descriptions as required.
Complete Section V: Selected Characteristics of Building by selecting options for frame type, heating fuel, sewage disposal, water supply, and mechanical systems.
Finally, certify your application by signing at the bottom of the form and providing any necessary fees before submission.

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What is the biggest structure you can build without a permit?

Do I need a permit? Less than 10 square metres (108 square feet) Not attached to a house or any other building. Not connected to electricity, plumbing, or gas lines. Meets the following height and location criteria: Roof midpoint is no higher than 4.3 metres (14.1 feet)

What can a homeowner do without a permit in Michigan?

Typical projects requiring permits include, but are not limited to: Additions. Demolitions. Electrical Systems and Services. Exterior Concrete. Exterior Siding. Miscellaneous Residential including Fireplaces, Pools, Decks, and Garages. New Buildings. Plumbing Systems Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning.

Do I need a permit to remodel my kitchen in Michigan?

Interior remodeling - Residential Any type of alteration to a structure requires a building permit. This includes projects involving the demolition or building of walls, remodeling kitchens, bathrooms, basements, attics, etc.

What happens if you remodel a bathroom without a permit?

Fines and Penalties: You may face fines imposed by local authorities for not having the required permits. Legal Issues: Unpermitted work can lead to legal action, including stop-work orders or lawsuits from neighbors or homeowners associations.

What can you build in Michigan without a permit?

Building permits shall not be required for any of the following: One-story detached accessory structures, if the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (18.58m2). Zoning approval is required for all structures. A fence that is not more than seven feet (2,134 mm) high.