Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?

No. The application calls for the applicant’s signature and date, but does not require notarization or identify a notarized or sworn attachment.

How do I submit the Building Permit Application?

The form lists the Kalamazoo Area Building Authority’s address and permits email, but does not give submission instructions. Check the city website for current contact details.

What supporting documents may be needed?

Requirements depend on the project. The application lists items such as plans, a site plan, and other permits or project-specific documents.

Parchment, MI · Kalamazoo County

No notary required

Building Permit Application

Property owners, agents, and contractors use this application to request a building permit for proposed construction or other listed work.

What this form is

The application collects project and property details, applicant and contractor information, work type, dimensions, setbacks, valuation, and a description of the work. The document says the completed, signed application and proper fee are required to obtain a permit, and work must not begin until the permit is obtained. It also lists plans and other supporting items required for different project types.

Who needs it

Property owners, authorized agents, architects, and contractors applying for a permit for construction or other work listed on the application need this form.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

No notary is required; the applicant signs and dates the application, and the document does not identify a notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Building Permit Application PDF.
2
Complete The Application
Fill in the project, property, applicant, contractor, and proposed-work details that apply.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Use the project checklist to gather the plans, site plan, permits, or other listed items needed for your work type.
4
Submit The Application
Submit the completed, signed application and proper fee to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Building Permit Application?: No. The application calls for the applicant’s signature and date, but does not require notarization or identify a notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Building Permit Application?: The form lists the Kalamazoo Area Building Authority’s address and permits email, but does not give submission instructions. Check the city website for current contact details.
What information does the application request?: It asks for project and property details, applicant and contractor information, work type, dimensions, setbacks, construction valuation, and a description of the proposed work.
What supporting documents may be needed?: Requirements depend on the project. The application lists items such as plans, a site plan, and other permits or project-specific documents.

Need something notarized?

This Building Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.