Current State of Michigan Electrical Code

City of Detroit licensed Electrician

• Electrical Apprentice Checklist
• Electrical Contractor Checklist
• Electrical Journeyman Checklist
• Fire Alarm Apprentice Checklist
• Fire Alarm Contractor Checkllist
• Fire Alarm Technician Checklist
• Master Electrician Checklist
• Sign Specialist Checklist
• Sign Specialist Contractor Checklist

• Create account in Accela Portal
• Contractors connect license account to permit account
• Apply for a permit on-line through Accela Portal or Complete and submit permit application in License and Permits Office
• Owner will need copy of deed and identificatiion (state, driver's license or passport)

After submitting your application, you can expect to get your permit in about 2 days.

BSEED Fee Schedule

Schedule Permit Inspection in Accela Portal or in Construction Division Office

Electrical Permit 

Certificate of Acceptance

2 Days