Building Contract For Homeowners In Michigan
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The JCT Standard Building Contract is designed for large or complex construction projects where detailed contract provisions are needed. Standard Building Contracts are suitable for projects procured via the traditional or conventional method.
The Michigan Licensing Law gives a homeowner an exemption to act as his or her own general contractor. This means in the case of his or her own single-family residence, that they will occupy, the homeowner may obtain a building permit for construction at his or her own home.
Michigan state law allows homeowners to obtain permits to work on their own homes. It is against the law for contractors to perform work under permits obtained by homeowners. The contractor you hire to complete a home construction project should be the person who obtains the permit from the city.
A residential builders license is required for residential builders doing work on any home that is not their own for remodels, repairs and new builds, per PA 230 of 1972, section 125.1510 and PA 299 of 1980, section 339.2403. New Build.
Building permits shall not be required for any of the following: One-story detached accessory structures, if the floor area does not exceed 200 square feet (18.58m2). Zoning approval is required for all structures. A fence that is not more than seven feet (2,134 mm) high.
Michigan state law allows homeowners to obtain permits to work on their own homes. It is against the law for contractors to perform work under permits obtained by homeowners. The contractor you hire to complete a home construction project should be the person who obtains the permit from the city.
New Build. A residential builder license is NOT required if a homeowner is applying for a building permit to build: Their new home and intend to reside in it.
Michigan construction contract requirements Only residential construction contracts are regulated in Michigan. Such contracts must be in writing, include the contractor's license number (if a license is required), and cite the statute that requires the contractor to be licensed for their particular trade.
To get a contractor license in Michigan, applicants need to: Complete 60 hours of prelicensure course material. Fill out the Residential Builder or Maintenance & Alteration Contractor License or Relicense application. Provide copies of your personal identification. Provide proof of a Michigan business address.
