Cedar Springs, MI · Kent County
Application for Building Permit
Property owners, authorized agents, and contractors use this application to request approval for building work in Cedar Springs.
What this form is
The application requests a building permit for proposed construction, alterations, additions, demolition, relocation, and other listed projects. It asks for the project location, owner and contractor details, project description, dimensions, valuation, and site plan information, along with answers about floodplains, wetlands, and excavation. The applicant certifies the information and signs and dates the application.
Who needs it
A property owner or authorized agent seeking a building permit for a project in Cedar Springs should complete this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and, when applicable, homeowner sign and date the application and affidavit.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the building permit application PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the property, owner, contractor, project, dimensions, valuation, and applicant information requested.
- 3
Prepare The Site Plan
Draw the requested lot and structure details in the site plan area or attach a separate sheet.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application 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. This document is signed without a notary; the applicant and, when applicable, homeowner sign and date the application and affidavit.
- Who can file this building permit application?
- The form includes information for the owner or lessee and an applicant, who certifies they are authorized by the owner to apply.
- What information does the application request?
- It asks for the project location, owner and contractor information, project description, building dimensions, valuation, site plan details, and other project conditions.
- How do I submit the Building Permit Application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.