Oakland County
Commerce Building Permits
Permits, inspections and what work needs one for Commerce, Michigan, with official links and the latest local news.
Building Permits in Commerce
Where to apply
Commerce permits and inspections
Official website: https://commercetwp.com/
Work that needs a permit
- Roof tear-offs and re-roofs
- Electrical panels, new circuits, EV chargers, generators
- Water heaters, sewer and gas lines, boilers
- Furnace, AC and heat pump replacements
- Additions, structural changes, decks, fences and sheds over the size limit
- Finishing a basement, new windows in a new opening, demolition
Painting, flooring, cabinets and like-for-like fixture swaps usually do not.
Check the contractor first
Michigan LARA license lookup. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical work must be pulled by a licensed contractor. Rebuild Detroit Verified pros have already passed this check.
Commerce by the numbers
Public records for Commerce, each with its source.
| Typical home built | Commerce 1991 | Source and next step Census ACS 2020-2024. Older homes often need permits for electrical and plumbing updates. |
| Homes built before 1960 | Commerce 14% | Source and next step Census ACS 2020-2024. |
| Electricians with an office in town | Commerce 24 | Source and next step Listed pros. Compare them. |
| Plumbers with an office in town | Commerce 19 | Source and next step Listed pros. Compare them. |
| Roofers with an office in town | Commerce 6 | Source and next step Listed pros. Compare them. |
More Commerce departments
- Commerce City Hall Clerk, council meetings, records and the official website
- Commerce Building Permits Permits, inspections and what work needs one
- Commerce Land Bank Vacant lots, side lots, auctions and rehab programs
- Commerce Property Taxes Treasurer, assessing, exemptions and delinquent taxes
- Commerce Water & Sewer Water bills, shutoffs, assistance and sewer backups
- Commerce Trash & Recycling Pickup days, bulk items and illegal dumping
- Commerce Police & Fire Non-emergency lines, reports, records and fire inspections
- Commerce Code Enforcement Blight tickets, rental registration and how to report
Commerce in the news
Rebuild Detroit coverage that mentions Commerce.
Pros for the work in Commerce
Verified pros first, then the rest, all local.
Building Permits near Commerce
Commerce building permits FAQ
3 questions
How much does a building permit cost in Commerce?
Fees are set by Commerce and usually scale with the job value. The permit office linked above publishes the current fee schedule.
Can a homeowner pull their own permit in Commerce?
Homeowners can often pull building permits for their own primary residence. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits normally require a licensed contractor in Michigan.
Is this an official Commerce government page?
No. Rebuild Detroit is an independent guide. Official links on this page open the responsible office; confirm hours and fees with them.