Register a Michigan Mechanical Contractor License

Make sure you have time to apply

Completing this application typically takes about 10 minutes. You'll be able to save your application and resume later if you need more time.

Gather your information

Make sure you have:

• A copy of your State of Michigan license

Have your credit/debit card ready

You’ll need to enter your credit/debit card information to pay the $15 application fee. We accept Visa and MasterCard.

Apply online

Complete the application in English here

We’ll review your application

Expect your registration by mail within 2 weeks of receipt of your application. Keep in mind that you might need to revise your application or attachment if we notice any missing or incorrect information. 

Gather your information 

Make sure you have:

• A completed City of Grand Rapids registration application 
• A copy of your State of Michigan license

Complete the application 

Download and print the application to complete it. Don't have a printer? Don't worry! You can come to our office address listed in the Contact Us section of this page to pick up a paper copy. 

Download the English version here

Submit completed application with payment

Mail or drop off the application to the address listed in the Contact Us section of this page.

Mailing your application? Include a check for the $15 application fee. Dropping off your application? You can pay with cash, check, money order or credit/debit (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express). 

We'll review your application

Expect to receive your registration by mail within 2 weeks of receipt of your application. Keep in mind that you might need to revise your application or attachments if we notice any missing or incorrect information.   

Gather your information 

Make sure you have all the required information to include in your application:

• A completed City of Grand Rapids registration application 
• A copy of your State of Michigan license

Prepare payment 

Be prepared to pay the $15 application fee. You can pay with cash, check, money order or credit/debit (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express).

Visit our office

Stop by the Development Center to complete an application. We're located at the address in the Contact Us section of this page.

You can download and print the application beforehand if you want. Otherwise, we'll get you a copy when you come in.

Download the English version here

We'll review your application

Expect to receive your registration by mail within 2 weeks of receipt of your application. Keep in mind that you might need to revise your application or attachments if we notice any missing or incorrect information.