Free Building Permit Program Weeks
Planning a home project that requires a permit?
The City of Monroe Building Division is offering Free Permit Weeks from May 18th through May 31, AND August 3 through August 16, 2025!
The building/zoning permit incentive program waives permit fees for property owners or contractors applying for a permit between the dates listed above.
After the application is reviews, a permit is issued for a period of 180 days - ALL FEES ARE COLLECTED AT THIS TIME.
Fees will be REFUNDED if the following criteria are met:
- 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 (or a 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.
PLEASE 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.
- Refunds would be sent to applicants in the form of a check after verification and approval by City Council.
Questions? Please feel free to contact our Building Department staff at 734.384.9162 or via email.
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