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)