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Building Department

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1. When do I need a permit?

The Michigan Building Code states "Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, the installation of which is regulated by this code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain a required permit."

In general, exterior work, fence, siding, windows, roofing, and concrete require a permit. Any interior work that requires a structural change will require a permit. Interior cosmetic work does not require a permit (i.e. painting, replacing tile, carpeting).

2. How do I get a building, electrical, mechanical, or plumbing permit?

Applications and fee schedules can be found on City Forms. Completed applications are processed at the Municipal Building at 23555 Goddard Road. You can make payments with cash, check, or money order. If you mail the application and request paid permit/receipt be returned by mail, please include a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE). Permits that are processed with no enclosed SASE will not be returned. No work can be started until a permit has been issued.

3. How much does a permit cost?

Applications and fee schedules are located here.

City Form Center

4. How do I schedule a permit inspection or re-inspection?

Please contact the Building Department at 734-287-6550 and we will schedule your inspection. A permit is required before an inspection can be done.

5. Do I need an inspection?

If a permit is required, an inspection will be needed to approve the work. Some permits require multiple inspections.

6. What are the results of my inspection?

Inspection results are available after 10 a.m. on the day after the inspection is completed. Please contact us at 734-287-6550 and we can email the report to you. You may also pick it up at City Hall, 23555 Goddard.

7. How much is an inspection?

Fee schedules are listed here.

City Form Center

8. Do I need a Certificate of Occupancy?

Any change of ownership requires a Certificate of Occupancy prior to occupancy.

A change in owners, tenants, or use in commercial buildings requires a new Certificate of Occupancy.

Certificates required. No building or structure, or part thereof, which is hereafter erected or altered, shall be occupied or used or the same caused to be done, unless and until a certificate of occupancy has been issued for such building or structure. Any change of ownership shall require a certificate of occupancy. [Zoning Ordinance, Sec 25.06]

9. When will my Certificate of Occupancy expire?

The Certificate of Occupancy is valid for the length of time you own the property. Any change in ownership will require a new certificate. Certificates are non-transferable.

10. How do I get a Certificate of Compliance?

The forms and the fee schedule are located here.

11. Do I have to register my rental property?

Yes, please complete and submit the rental registration form located here. Rental properties are regulated by Code of Ordinance Article V, Section 8-100 through 8-111.

Rental Property Registration Form

12. How long is a Rental Certificate of Compliance valid?

A rental certificate of compliance is valid for three years. A new certificate shall be issued before the current certificate expires.

13. What happens if my rental is out of compliance?

Any owner who fails to comply with any of the rental dwelling requirements shall be responsible for a municipal civil infraction punishable by a fine of $150.00, $250.00 for second offense and $500.00 for subsequent offenses. A fine can be issued for each day the violation exists.

14. What is the process to open a new business in an existing building?

Please use the New Business Packet located here. This checklist will assist you in obtaining your Certificate of Occupancy and Business License required to operate a business within the City of Taylor.

New Business C of O Checklist

15. How do I contact the building inspector?

The building inspectors are in the office:
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 9:15 a.m and 4:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The electrical, mechanical and plumbing inspectors are in the office:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m

Please contact the Building Department at 734-287-6550 if you need an appointment outside of the listed office hours.

16. How do I apply for Permit Plan Review & How long does it take for review?

A building permit application that requires plan review must be submitted to the Building Department with 3-sets of plan drawings and a digital copy on a Flash Drive. Payment for your review is also due at the time they are submitted for review. Plans received without a digital copy and/or without payment will not undergo review until the digital copy and/or payment is received. *No Exceptions* Plans undergo review for approximately two weeks. The size and complexity of the project and completeness of the document submitted may alter this time frame. Plan reviews are done on a first in, first out basis.

17. Does my permit application need plan review?

Residential, Commercial and Industrial permit applications that typically require plan review are not limited to: Accessory Structures; Additions/Alterations/Dormers; Repairs/Relocations; New Construction; Communication Towers, and Signs

18. How much does plan review cost?

The plan review fee schedule is listed in the city form center under the building permit fee schedule located here.

City Form Center

19. How do I register my contractor's license in order to pull permits?

You will need to bring your driver's license or state issued ID and contractor's license to the Building Department in order to register your contractor's license with the Building Department. There is no registration form to register.

20. What is a Zoning Review Fee and does it apply to my permit?

All building/zoning permit applications received through the Building Department are subject to a Zoning Review Fee (ZRF). (eff. 7-12-10) A zoning review is performed to determine if the project you are proposing meets the requirements of the City of Taylor Zoning Ordinance. The fee is collected at the time the permit is dropped off at the Building Department. Zoning review fees are non-refundable. The ZRF does not include plan review fees and/or permit fees. Applications submitted to the Building Department that are subject to a zoning review will not be reviewed until the ZRF has been paid. Permits exempt from a Zoning Review: removal and replacement of existing roofing, siding, windows or concrete. Residential Fee Amounts Residential - $50 - Commercial Fee Amounts Based on project under 1/2 acre - $125 - Based on project 1/2 to 1 acre - $150 - Based on project 1 acre to 5 acres - $250 - Based on project over 5 acres - $500

* Fees do not apply to the removal and replacement of roofing, siding windows or concrete permits. 

All Zoning Review Fees are non-refundable.