Building Services

NOTICE 

The Building Department will be updating our BS&A permitting software from September 25^th through October 13^th.  

During this update, we are working to minimize any delays in permit processing and inspection scheduling. Nonetheless, from Wednesday, September 27^th to Friday, September 29^th we will not be able to utilize our permitting software system, and this will cause a delay in inputting new permits and issuing permits (that have not been paid prior to Wednesday, September 27^th).  

Thank you for your patience during this software conversion process. 

-The Building Department Team 

Procedures for Builders to Reduce Risk of Infection & Spread of COVID-19

The Department of Building Services is responsible for the enforcement of the Michigan Building Code, issuing permits, reviewing plans, and performing inspections of new construction and existing buildings to ensure compliance with all codes and property maintenance requirements.

Building Inspection Division

• Property Search & Inspection Results
• Code Information Specs
• Fee Schedule
• Permit Applications and Forms
• Policies and Procedures
• Required Inspections
• Required Permits

Property Maintenance Rental Housing Inspection Division

• Housing Compliance
• Property Maintenance Ordinance
• Permit Applications and Forms
• Policies and Procedures
• Registered Apartments in Pittsfield
• Tenant Complaint Inspection

ATTENTION CONTRACTORS

Please be advised that the 2015 Michigan Residential Code became effective on February 8, 2016. All plans submitted for review and all permits applied for after this date will be required to comply with the new standards.

Mechanical and Building Contractors:
Building permits applied for after February 8, 2016 will be subject to the 2015 Michigan Energy Code.

The 2015 Michigan Residential Code can be purchased through the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs website.