Michigan Residential Code Flashcards
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Double lines mean what?
Double lines mean a code change specific to Michigan.
Other laws
This code doesn’t nullify any other laws.
What takes precedent? Code or MFR spec?
MFR spec
Right of entry for inspectors
The code official may enter any building, structure or premises to enforce the code
What requires a permit?
Construction, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, install or change the occupancy of a building.
Permits are not required for:
1 story detached accessory structures
Fences less than 7’
Retaining walls less than 4’ total
Water tank < 5k gallons (no pad)
Sidewalk/driveway <30” above grade, not over a basement, non accessibility
Painting, papering, tiling, etc.
prefab pools < 24” and 5k gallons
Playgrounds up to 2 units
Window awnings < 54” no additional supports
Decks not exceeding 200sq fr not attached and not within 36” of accessory, <30” high, doesn’t serve as egress
(See city code)
When do Emergency repairs have to be submitted to the building official?
The next business day.
Routine Repairs don’t require notice if
They don’t require cutting away of a wall, partition, or beam/load bearing support. Also can’t change the egress of the building
What should an application for a permit include?
Scope of work, description of land, indicate use/occupancy, have accompanying construction documents, state the valuation, be signed by the applicant/agent, (other things may be required)
Expiration of permits
Permits have 180 days, work can be stopped for 180 days. You can çan get 180 day extensions with cause.
Placement of permit
Permit/copy of permit shall be kept on worksite until work is completed.
When is a registered design professional required?
+3500 sq ft livable space
Mfr instructions placement
Mfr installation instructions must be available at the job site at the time of inspection
Where do the copies of the approved construction documents go?
One is retained by building official, one is placed at the worksite
What inspection has to go before framing inspection?
Plumbing, mechanical, gas, and electrical (roof construction, draftstopping, firestopping, and bracing)
Floodplain inspection
Must be conducted after the lowest floor (including basement) is constructed, but before any vertical building. Elevation must be prepared and sealed by a registered design professional
Masonry inspections shall be made:
After base course flashing
Final inspection timing
After all work, before occupancy
Appeals
You can make appeals to a board of qualified individuals not employed by the government department enforcing the code (1 builder, 1 electrician, plumbing, & HVAC contractors, and an attorney)
Use and occupancy
A building or structure shall not be used/occupied, and no change in existing use/occupancy until a certificate of occupancy is issued
Temporary occupancy
Building official May authorize temporary occupancy certificate if the structure can be occupied safely.
R112.1 Means of appeal
An interested party can appeal a decision based on:
1. The true intent of the code has been misinterpreted
2. The provisions of the code do not apply
3. An equal or better form of construction has been proposed.
R112.3 qualifications (board of appeals)
The board of appeals shall consist of members who are qualified in accordance with the act and are not employees of the enforcing government party
(1 builder, electrical, plumbing, HVAC EACH, and 1 attorney not employed through the city.)
Notice of violation
Working without a permit will require the discontinuance of the illegal act and abatement of the violation
