Detroit Building Permits

Official fees, requirements, and Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department application links for common residential projects in Detroit, Michigan.

🏛 Buildings, Safety Engineering, and Environmental Department 📅 Updated April 2026

Project Types in Detroit

Select a project to see permit requirements, fees, and how to apply.

Deck Permit$100–$300 -- Required Fence Permit$50–$150 -- Sometimes Required Shed Permit$150–$300 -- Sometimes Required Pool Permit$150–$500 -- Required Roof Replacement Permit$75–$200 -- Required Kitchen Remodel Permit$500–$1,500 -- Required Bathroom Remodel Permit$200–$800 -- Required ADU Permit$1,000–$3,000 -- Required Electrical Panel Permit$50–$350 -- Required HVAC Permit$100–$300 -- Required