Michigan builders who do not acquire permits for their projects face hefty penalties and jail time.
In the City of Los Angeles, if the size of floor space exceeds 120 sq. ft. or the structure is over 12 feet in height, you need a permit. Any electrical work will require an electrical permit.
Ing to the Michigan Residential Code Section R105. 2 Work Exempt From Permit(a)(vi) the following work doesn't require a Permit: painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops, and similar finish work.
General contracting businesses working on projects valued at less than $600 do not require a license.
In general, exterior work, fence, siding, windows, roofing, and concrete require a permit. Any interior work that requires a structural change will require a permit. Interior cosmetic work does not require a permit (i.e. painting, replacing tile, carpeting).
Electrical permits are not required for the following: Repairs and maintenance: Minor repair work, including the replacement of lamps or the connection of approved portable electrical equipment to approved permanently installed receptacles.
(a) In the case of a first offense, a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not less than $5,000.00 or more than $25,000.00, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both.
General Information: A building permit is not required for utility/storage sheds equal to or less than 120 square feet (commercial) or 200 square feet (residential) in size. All other sheds and garages require a plan review and building permit.
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 builders who do not acquire permits for their projects face hefty penalties and jail time.