The Development Services Department, under Director Bradley A. Raymond, is responsible for the following services:

Issuing building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits, site plan review, zoning compliance, property maintenance complaints, noxious weed complaints, setting Zoning Board of Appeals dates, Planning Commission meetings, Historic Preservation Commission meetings, Construction Board of Appeals, Property Maintenance Board of Appeals and similar matters. Mr. Raymond is the Building Inspector and Zoning Administrator.

This Department oversees all new construction or additions to existing buildings in the city, including industrial, commercial and residential properties.

The Department also ensures that all construction meets State of Michigan Codes. Building Division inspectors review construction at certain stages and at the conclusion of all projects to ensure compliance with all the City's Building Codes and Construction Standards.

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