Locations Tuscola County, MI Office
SAFEbuilt -Tuscola County, MI Office
141 S Almer St. Suite 1, Caro, MI 48723
(989) 262-4546
Inspection Line: (800) 503-9513
tuscolapermits@safebuilt.com
Our staff has years of experience and are committed to our communities, partnering with home and business owners, contractors and design professionals to help communities grow together. For current residents or contractors working Tuscola County, you can find permit applications, building guides, and other community specific documents.
Inspection Scheduling
Inspections can be scheduled 24-hour hours a day by calling the Inspection Hotline at (800) 503-9513. Inspections called in before 4:00pm will be scheduled for the next business day. Building inspections are performed Monday-Friday. Trade inspections are only on select days. You will be contacted by the office to confirm when your inspection will be performed. If you would like to schedule an inspection in advance, leave the requested date or any additional information on the inspection line. If a request can not be accommodated, we will contact you to make alternate arrangements.
Permit Applications
Listed below are all the permits applications used for all communities in Tuscola County, with the exception of Tuscola Township and Arbela Township. For projects that require zoning approval, please contact your local zoning administrator prior to submitting your building permit application.
General Permit Apps
- Building Permit Application
- Mechanical Permit Application
- Plumbing Permit Application
- Electrical Permit Application
- Soil Erosion Permit Application
- SESC Fee Schedule
- Contractor Registration
Expiration of Permit: A permit remains valid as long as work is progressing and inspections are conducted. A permit shall become invalid if the authorized work is not commenced within six months after the issuance of the permit or if the authorized work is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months. Cancelled permits cannot be refunded or reinstated.
Re-inspection fees: Re-Inspection fees cannot be paid the same day rejection notices are written. Inspection results are not entered and associated fees accrued, until the next business day following inspections.
Need Help? Support staff is available to assist you in understanding required documentation needed to file applications. Support staff will also assist you as much as possible so that all necessary permits to complete your project may be obtained. Please keep in mind, however, support personnel aren’t inspectors and therefore, some questions are best directed to particular trade inspectors.
