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Royalton Township Department of Building Safety

Before Excavation

Always contact MISS DIG – utility safety – before starting any excavation work. Dial 811 to contact MISS DIG.

Department of Building Safety

Are you starting to plan for a home improvement project or to perform some work that involves construction activity? Before conducting any work it is always appropriate to check with the Department of Building Safety to discuss the details associated with your project, including permit applications that may be necessary.

A building permit application is a legal document and is usually required for all new buildings, additions, pools, sheds or accessory buildings, fences, decks, or any construction involving alterations, conversions or framing. An approved building permit application ensures that the proposed construction project meets minimum safety standards and allows code officials to protect the public by reducing potential hazards. Many insurance companies will not cover damage involving work performed without proper permits and inspections.

Checking with the Department of Building Safety before starting any project can reduce the chance of having costly complications.

Forms You May Need

Building Permit ApplicationDownload
Electrical Permit ApplicationDownload
Mechanical Permit ApplicationDownload
Outside Water/Sewer ApplicationDownload
Plumbing Permit ApplicationDownload
Site Plan ChecklistDownload
Site Plan Review ApplicationDownload
Demolition Permit & Disconnect FormDownload
Building Permit/Plan Review Fee ScheduleDownload
Fence ApplicationDownload
Shed ApplicationDownload

A building project is a major investment and all property owners should plan out all details to provide a safe and rewarding accomplishment. Any property owner who intends to perform their own construction work is responsible to provide compliance of all building code requirements. Contractors offering to do residential work must be licensed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Bureau of Construction Codes. You should always ask to see the license before agreeing to any construction project. The license indicates that the holder has met the requirements for that trade.

After an agreement has been made always ask for a copy of the approved building permit, and keep it on file with all your property records. Working with an unlicensed builder or performing work without proper permits and/or inspections is done at the property owner’s risk. The Department of Building Safety is available to assist you with every detail of your project.

Staff

Building Official/ Zoning Administrator/ Planner
Tony Riegel
Phone: (269) 429-2501
triegel@royaltontownship.org

Electrical Inspector
Ken Simpson
Phone: (269) 471-5869

Mechanical Inspector
Rod Wilder
Phone: (269) 208-9067

Plumbing Inspector
John Maier
Phone: (269) 519-8820

Building Inspector
Tony Riegel
Phone: (269) 429-2501
triegel@royaltontownship.org

Helpful Links

  • Southwestern Michigan Home Builders Association
    https://swmhba.com/

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980 Miners Road
St. Joseph, MI 49085

PH: 269-429-2501 
FX: 269-429-8373 info@royaltontownship.org

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