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Below you can find links to Building Codes and Authorities Having Jurisdiction for the state of Michigan.

This information is obtained directly to the source -- the city, county and state building departments that issue these codes. If you find an error, please send an e-mail with the updated information to RCDWebmaster@ReedBusiness.com.

Additional Resources

• Michigan's building codes listed below apply as mandatory non-amendable codes if adopted by a local jurisdiction (exceptions are noted in the table). Local jurisdictions are required to adopt either the state code or another nationally-recognized model code. If no local code is adopted, the state codes are enforced.
• The codes may be purchased from the International Code Council or from the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth, Bureau of Construction Codes and Fire Safety, 2501 Woodlake Circle, Okemos, Michigan 48864; phone (517) 241-9317.

Michigan Building Codes

Code TypeCode ModelAmendment Contact
Building/Dwelling Code2006 Michigan Building Code (IBC 2006)Bureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9317
Structural Code2006 Michigan Building Code (IBC 2006)Bureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9317
Plumbing Code2006 Michigan Plumbing Code (IPC 2006)Bureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9330
Mechanical Code2006 Michigan Mechanical Code (IMC 2006)Bureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9325
Electrical CodeMichigan Electrical Code (2005 NEC with Part 8 technical amendments)Bureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9320
Fire/Life Safety CodeMichigan Fire Prevention CodeBureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9317
Applies to schools and health care facilities. There are different amendments for each occupancy.
Accessibility CodeMichigan Building Code 2006 (ADAAG)Plan Review Division, 517-241-9328
Energy CodeMichigan Uniform Energy CodeBureau of Construction Codes, (517) 241-9317
Elevator CodeASME A17.1-2004; ASME A18.1- 2003517-241-9337
Gas Code2006 Michigan Mechanical Code (IFGC 2006)
Boiler CodeASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code 2004 with addenda; P.A. 290 of 1965517-241-9334
Other CodesASME B31.1 Power Piping

Michigan Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Authorities Having Jurisdiction are those government officials who are the final authority on questions in a particular area (or jurisdiction).
Jurisdictional AreaContact
StructuralBuilding Section
Phone: (517) 241-9317
Fax: (517) 241-9308
PlumbingPlumbing Division
Phone: (517) 241-9330
Fax: (517) 241-9308
MechanicalMechanical Division
Phone: (517) 241-9325
Fax: (517) 241-9308
ElectricalElectrical Division
Phone: (517) 241-9320
Fax: (517) 241-9308
AccessibilityBarrier Free Design Section
Phone: (517) 241-9328
Fax: (517) 241-9308
Plan ReviewPlan Review Division
Phone: (517) 241-9328
Fax: (517) 241-9308
Fire MarshalBuilding Section
Phone: (517) 241-9317
Fax: (517) 241-9308
Boiler InspectorBoard of Boiler Rules
Phone: (517) 241-9334
Elevator InspectorElevator Safety Division
Phone: (517) 241-9337

Michigan Municipalities

Building codes are also available for the following municipalities within Michigan:

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