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Building Department Building: Aaron Holsworth
Electrical: Brian Kanouse
Plumbing / Mechanical: Gerald Antor
22054 Professional Drive, Suite A
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-6117
building@osceolacountymi.com
Building Department
Building: Aaron Holsworth, Monday - Friday
aholsworth@osceolacountymi.com
Electrical: Brian Kanouse, Tuesday & Thursday
Plumbing / Mechanical: Gerald Antor, Wednesday
22054 Professional Drive, Suite A
Reed City, MI 49677
(231) 832-6117
building@osceolacountymi.com
Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
CONTRACTORS - PLEASE COMPLETE AN UPDATED CONTRACTOR'S REGISTRATION FORM WITH A COPY OF YOUR LICENSE IF THE COUNTY DOES NOT HAVE AN UPDATED ONE ON FILE.
Building Permits
Please review the Building Permit Process Flow Chart.Building Permit applications are available from the Building Department or can be downloaded (go to navigation bar on left).
Required Documentation for a permit (follow the links or go to the navigation bar on the left for the required forms):
Proof of ownership: If you just recently purchased the property we need a copy of the deed or land contract with the description. If you have owned the property we can verify the property with your Property Tax #.
Address: If the parcel does not have an address issued currently we would need an approved driveway permit with the correct measurements to assign an address for you.
Zoning Approval: If you are in a zoned township, city or village we will need a copy of the zoning approval. See Building Permit Process Flow Chart for the list of the zoned units.
Health Department Approval: Provide a copy of the septic approval for all single family dwellings, mobiles, modulars and additions containing bedrooms.
Completed Building Permit Application along with the following:
- 2 Sets of drawings which include the spec sheet/cross section of the new construction. Foundation plan.
- Truss Drawings
- Detailed floor plan with dimensions. If this is an addition also provide the floor plan of the existing structure.
- Detailed site map showing all buildings and structures new and existing with accurate dimensions. Include the estimated distance from your property lot lines.
- Energy Code Compliance worksheet (optional) for all new residential dwellings and additions. Commercial plans need lighting energy compliance provided.
- Driveway approval from the County Road Commission for all new construction. If on a State Highway contact MDOT.
- Soil Erosion waiver or required permit.
- If you are the homeowner acting as the general contractor an affidavit form is required with your application.
Obtaining Permits & Scheduling Permits Online
Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Permits are separate permits. These permits are not included with the Building Permit fee.
Codes & Guidelines
Additional Forms, Permits, and Worksheets
Available on the navigation bar to the left or from the Building Department.
