Building Department

WHILE THE COURTHOUSE/OFFICE IS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC AT THIS TIME, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, (INCLUDING THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT AND PLANNING/ZONING),  WILL BE OPERATING ON A LIMITED AVAILABILITY/STAFFING BASIS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GOVERNOR’S ORDER AND ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OPINION REGARDING ALLOWABLE ACTIVITIES/CONSTRUCTION; (which focuses on critical infrastructure and emergency home repairs). 

FOR ALL BUSINESS, WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE CONTACT US BY E-MAIL AT buildingdept@clinton-county.org OR BY PHONE AT 989-224-5181 TO DETERMINE THE BEST METHOD TO ASSIST YOU. 

Link to the State Attorney General’s opinion regarding “Is construction allowed under the executive order”? 

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On-Line Permits



You can now apply and pay on-line for your permits. Online Building permits are for roofing, siding, or windows only.

If you are a contractor, please use the links below.  You must create an account prior to being able to submit applications on-line.

Please Note: As of January 1, 2016, a Contractor Registration Application will be required prior to pulling any permits. A $12.00 application fee will be valid through the anniversary date of your license. The Contractor Registration Form will need to be notarized. There is a $3.00 fee to have the Building Department notarize your application. 

Inspections:
To schedule building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical or soil erosion inspections, you must call our inspection line and leave a message, at 989-224-5183.

Please call the Building Department Secretary with any questions or concerns, at 989-224-5181.