Building Codes, Ordinances, and Acts
Detroit Code of Ordinances - Chapter 8 - Buildings and Building Ordinances
Building Ordinances are as follows, but are not limited to:
- 2015 Michigan Building Code
- 2015 Michigan Residential Code
- 2015 Michigan Rehabilitation Code for Existing Buildings
- 2019 Detroit City Code
For information about trade codes, please contact the appropriate division:
- Electrical 313-224-3228
- Mechanical 313-224-0113
- Plumbing 313-224-3118
- Elevators 313-224-9401
Due to a large number of Building Codes and Ordinances, copies may be obtained at:
City Clerk's Office
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center
2 Woodward Ave. - Suite 200
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 224-3260 (office)
(313) 224-1466 (fax)