What is the elevator alteration permit application for?

Contractors use it to request a permit for covered alterations to an elevator, dumbwaiter, or escalator. It collects device information and details about the planned work.

Who needs to file this application?

A contractor proposing an alteration covered by the application must submit it to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department. A separate application is required for each device.

How do I submit the elevator alteration permit application?

Submit it to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department. The form says it can also be completed online and directs applicants to detroitmi.gov/bseed/elaps for more information.

Detroit, MI · Wayne County

No notary required

Application for Permit to Alter Elevator, Dumbwaiter, or Escalator

Contractors use this application to request a Detroit permit before making specified alterations to an elevator, dumbwaiter, or escalator.

What this form is

Submit this application to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department when proposing alterations covered by the form, including changes to a device’s operation, wiring, motor, capacity, cables, safety devices, or doors. The application asks for contractor and device details, equipment specifications, a description of the planned work, new equipment to be added, and a signature. A separate application is required for each device.

Who needs it

A contractor proposing a covered alteration to an elevator, dumbwaiter, or escalator must submit a separate application for each device.

How to submit it

Submit the application to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department; the form also says it can be completed online. Visit detroitmi.gov/bseed/elaps for more information.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the form asks the contractor to sign and date it and lists no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the elevator, dumbwaiter, or escalator alteration permit application.
2
Complete The Application
Enter contractor and device details, describe the work, list new equipment, and sign and date the application.
3
Prepare A Separate Application
Complete a separate application for each device.
4
Submit To The Department
Submit the application to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department, or visit detroitmi.gov/bseed/elaps for online information.

Frequently asked questions

What is the elevator alteration permit application for?: Contractors use it to request a permit for covered alterations to an elevator, dumbwaiter, or escalator. It collects device information and details about the planned work.
Who needs to file this application?: A contractor proposing an alteration covered by the application must submit it to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department. A separate application is required for each device.
How do I submit the elevator alteration permit application?: Submit it to the Buildings and Safety Engineering Department. The form says it can also be completed online and directs applicants to detroitmi.gov/bseed/elaps for more information.
Do I need a notary for the elevator alteration permit application?: No. The application asks the contractor to sign and date it and lists no notarized or sworn attachment.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Permit to Alter Elevator, Dumbwaiter, or Escalator doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.