Do I need a permit for residential demolition in Northville Township?
Most likely yes. Residential demolition usually requires a permit in Michigan. Confirm the specifics with Northville Township.
The Michigan Residential Code applies to the removal and demolition of 1- and 2-family dwellings and their accessory structures (R 408.30501a), and fees must be paid before a demolition permit is issued (R 408.30508). EGLE states that privately owned homes and buildings with four or fewer dwelling units are not subject to the Asbestos NESHAP, unless demolished for urban renewal or as part of a public or commercial project, or grouped with other buildings under one owner as one project; covered projects need notice at least ten working days ahead. Michigan's MISS DIG law counts wrecking or razing a structure with power equipment as excavation, which requires a dig notice at least 72 hours ahead (MCL 460.723 and 460.725). Older homes can contain asbestos even where the NESHAP does not apply; ask the enforcing agency what it requires before work begins. This job demolishes a home or a structure with active water, sewer, gas or electrical service. Utilities normally must be disconnected and capped by the utility or a licensed trade before demolition, and departments commonly require proof of that before issuing a demolition permit. Ask your department and your state environmental agency whether an asbestos or lead survey is required before demolition, and whether a sewer cap inspection applies.
Documents you may need
- Building (demolition) permit applicationLikely required
- Site plan showing the structure to be removed and what remains on the lotLikely required
- Utility disconnection confirmations for gas, electric, water, and sewerVerification needed
- Asbestos inspection by an accredited inspector and EGLE notification where the Asbestos NESHAP appliesSometimes required
- MISS DIG ticket before razing or excavating with power equipmentLikely required
Possible inspections
- Inspection of utility disconnections and the capped sewer where the enforcing agency requires it
- Final inspection of the cleared and graded site
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for residential demolition in Northville Township?
- Most likely yes. Residential demolition usually requires a permit in Michigan. Confirm the specifics with Northville Township. The documents and inspections sections on this page list what the building department typically asks for.
- Who issues the permit in Northville Township?
- The local building department for Northville Township handles permitting. This page lists its contact details and online portal. Your mailing city is not always the permitting authority, so confirm the jurisdiction before you apply.
- How do I find out the exact requirements for my project?
- Run the free PermitRoadmap check for your specific project and answers. It returns the likely permits, documents, inspections, and next steps, each linked to its official source.
PermitRoadmap is an independent informational service and is not affiliated with any city, county, state agency, or permitting authority. Results are informational and do not replace confirming requirements with the local permitting authority.