📋 Michigan Permit Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| NEC Edition | 2023 |
| IRC Edition | 2015 (residential — older edition) |
| Permit Authority | Statewide. Bureau of Construction Codes. |
| Statewide Code | Yes |
| Licensing Board | See state website |
⚠️ Key Things to Know About Permitting in Michigan
- Residential on 2015 IRC, commercial on 2021 IBC — gap between editions
- Michigan Residential Code (MRC) is primary residential reference
- Detroit has own permit office — City of Detroit Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED)
- Grand Rapids, Lansing have own offices
📍 Cities in Michigan — Permit Guides
📍 Detroit
City of Detroit Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED)
📍 Grand Rapids
City of Grand Rapids Building Safety Division
📍 Warren
City of Warren Building Department
📍 Sterling Heights
City of Sterling Heights Building Division
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