Free Permit Program
Planning a home project that requires a permit? The City of Monroe Building Division is offering Free Permit Weeks from May 20th through June 3, 2024!
For the first time since 2005, this building/zoning permit incentive program waives permit fees for property owners or contractor applying for a permit between May 20, 2024 - June 3, 2024.
The application is reviewed and a permit is issued for a period of 180 days - ALL FEES ARE COLLECTED AT THIS TIME with the possibility of being REFUNDED by adhering to the following:
- Permit is inspected and final approval is given by the 90th day after issuance
- Projects has a value of $20,000 or less
- Projects include roofing, siding, windows, decks/porches, sheds, private concrete flatwork (driveways, patios and sidewalks) and fences
- The homeowner/contractor submits a request for a refund.
The permit is NOT refundable if final approval is not achieved by the 90th day after issuance.
Only permit fees will be refunded. Application fees are non-refundable. Refunds would be sent to applicants in the form of a check after verification and approval by Council.
Also of note:
- The permit will remain valid for 180 days even if a refund isn't approved.
- A homeowner can be issued a maximum of 5 permits during the incentive period.
- A contractor can be issued a maximum of 3 permits during the incentive period.
Questions? Please feel free to contact our Building Department staff at 734.384.9162 or via email.
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