Apply for a Residential Remodel or Repair Building Permit

If you are planning an interior remodel or repair to your single-family home or 2-family duplex, you will need to apply for a residential building permit.

Homeowner considerations: We recommend homeowners applying for their own permit to stop in to apply in person.

Licensed contractors please use whichever method you're most comfortable with.

This application is for the interior remodel or repair of a single-family home or duplex. For multi-family, commercial or industrial projects please apply for a commercial renovation permit. 

  • Do you need permit? - If your remodel project includes adding, moving, or opening walls you will probably need this permit. Just doing cosmetic changes, then you don't need this permit. If you are unsure, give us a call and we can help!
  • Who can apply - This application is open to the property/homeowner or a licensed contractor. 
  • Prepare you plans - Remodel permits require a full set of plans for review and inspection. The plans should show how your remodel fits into the whole structure, includeing any floor above or below. Make sure they are well dimentioned. 
  • Fees - Fees are based on the estimated value of your project. Use our fee estimator to determine how much your permit will cost. Your permit comes with 1 of each inspection needed (e.g. rough-in, final). Additional inspection will add to the cost.
  • Need Help? - Were are here to help. Call us at 616-456-4100 opt. 9 to talk with our code experts. Or visit us to discuss your plans before you submit. 

Please note: This permit does not cover specialy work, such as electrical, HVAC, or plumbing. You or you trade contractor will need to apply for additional permits. 

 

Before you start the application, make sure you have everything you need.

  1. Full set of plans
  2. Credit Card for payment. 
  3. Esitmated construction cost
  4. ....

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Inperson in Spanish 

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Contact Us

Phone
616-456-4100

Fax
616-456-4088

Email
devcenter@grcity.us

Hours
Mon - Fri: 7:30AM - 4PM

Location
Development Center
1120 Monroe Ave. NW, 3rd Floor
Grand Rapids, MI 49503