WESTERN WASHTENAW CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY
NOTE: New Building Permit Application, Electrical Permit Application, Mechanical Permit Application, and Plumbing Permit Application forms uploaded and effective April 2011.
A new Fee Schedule was also uploaded and effective April 2011.
Revised Contractor Registration Form and Mechanical Permit Form uploaded January 23, 2011.
A new Residential Code information document was uploaded February 13, 2009. Revised office hours also posted.
The Western Washtenaw Construction Authority (WWCA), often referred to as the “Building Authority”, is a regional body whose members include Freedom, Bridgewater and Manchester Townships, and the Village of Manchester. The WWCA acts as the permitting and enforcing agency for building activities and soil erosion/sedimentation control for these governments. It is responsible for building and trade permits, and corresponding inspections, as detailed in the documents identified below.
Building permits and corresponding activities for Freedom Township are processed by the Western Washtenaw Construction Authority, located at 912 City Road, P. O. Box 556, Manchester, Michigan 48158 (office is in the lower level of the Manchester Village offices).
Contact Dale Behnke at the WWCA for any questions regarding applications, permits and inspections. The phone number is 734-428-7001. The fax number is 734-428-1849. Office hours for the WWCA are 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Office is closed Tuesday and Thursday. Dale Behnke is generally in the office from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM, and then leaves for appointments. The e-mail address for the WWCA is wwcabuild@gmail.com.
In addition to traditional building permits and inspections, responsibility for Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control (SESC) permits has recently been transferred to the WWCA. All requirements and forms associated with SESC activities are contained in one document, the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program Guide.
The 2009 Michigan Building Code, 2009 Michigan Residential Code, and the 2009 International Energy Code are now in effect.
WWCA FORMS, APPLICATIONS AND GUIDES
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This document provides an introduction to WWCA policies and procedures. It defines what types of construction activities require a permit, how to make application for a permit, how to schedule an inspection, and how to obtain a certificate of occupancy.
Fee Schedule (Note: new fee schedule effective April 2011)
This document presents the complete schedule of fees for the WWCA. It includes fees for building permits, trade permits, plan review, re-inspection, construction code board of appeal, issuance of the certificate of occupancy, registration of contractor’s license, and other miscellaneous fees.
Building Inspections and Schedule
This document lists all the inspection requirements for general building, mechanical, electrical and plumbing permits, the certificate of occupancy, and unique requirements within the Village of Manchester.
Application for Building Permit and Plan Review
This is the standard application for a building permit and plan review. Separate permit applications are required for electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems, and are shown below. (Note: Revised form effective April 2011).
This application must be completed for a mechanical permit. (Note: Revised form effective April 2011).
This application must be completed for an electrical permit. (Note: Revised form effective April 2011).
This application must be completed for a plumbing permit. (Note: Revised form effective April 2011).
Roofing, Siding and Windows Permit Application
This application must be completed for minor construction projects involving roofing, siding, or windows.
Requirements for the Certificate of Occupancy
This document defines a partial list of the most common items required for a certificate of occupancy, and other provisions for obtaining a C of O.
This document presents areas of common questions and violations of the 2006 Michigan Residential Building Code. It is not meant to be inclusive, but rather an aid to the builder so as to alleviate problems in the field. Note: New document uploaded February 13, 2009.
This document is utilized by a homeowner acting as a general contractor and pulling the permit for a personal residence.
Pole Barns and Accessory Structures
This document provides information on permitting, inspections and other requirements pertinent to pole barns and accessory structures.
This document provides specific code guidance regarding permitting, inspections and enclosures for pools, spas and hot tubs.
Registration of Agricultural Exempt Building
This form must be completed to register an agricultural building as exempt as defined in Act 230 of 1972.
This document must be completed and submitted by all contractors acquiring permits from the WWCA. (Note: Revised form issued January 2011).
Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program Guide
This guide provides all information and forms for SESC activities under the jurisdiction of the WWCA.
