Navigating Detroit’s permitting process through the Bureau of Buildings, Safety Engineering & Environmental Department (BSEED) can be time-consuming and complex for commercial projects. Delays in application pick-up/drop-off, unexpected fee changes, or zoning setbacks risk missed milestones and cost overruns.
That’s where Permit Place steps in. With local experts well-versed in Detroit’s specific workflows, we ensure your permits are in the right hands, at the right time, so your project stays on track.
Our courier service handles all pickup and delivery of permit applications, corrections, or permits between your team and Detroit’s BSEED offices, avoiding countless trips downtown. We keep things moving—fast and efficiently.
Detroit’s permit requirements vary by zoning, building type, trade, or historic designation. Our team researches city codes, zoning ordinances, temporary-use submittals, inspection needs, and fee structures. You receive a clear, project-specific road map to approvals—no surprises.
From compiling application packets through Accela to scheduling inspections and coordinating responses to city staff, we manage your permit from start to issue. We advocate on your behalf at every stage, ensuring a smooth path to “Ready to Issue” status.
We handle all project types—from tenant improvements and restaurants to large commercial builds—knowing Detroit’s plan submission standards and document expectations inside the BSEED Accela system.
Our Detroit-based team has frequent contact with BSEED staff—at both the licensing counter and development resource center—knowing which contacts to call when zoning questions, trade permits (electrical, mechanical, plumbing), or environmental clearances come up.
We provide real-time updates: package received, hand-delivered, in review, ready to pay fees, or picked up. Plus, you have persistent access to our tracking system—stay informed every step of the way.
Detroit permits are often bottlenecked at pick-up/drop-off, zoning review, or inspection scheduling. Our proactive management and permit coordination shave days or weeks off timelines.
Don’t let permitting delays eat into your schedule. Let our Detroit expediting team manage every step — from zoning and plan check to final approval.
Our Detroit permit expediters handle every part of the process — from research to final approvals.
We’ve helped hundreds of companies streamline their permit approvals in Detroit and across the country.
Standard BSEED (Buildings, Safety, Engineering & Environmental Department) review cycles, including site plan and compatibility review, typically range 30–45 calendar days, with additional time for historic or curb-cut overlays.
Detroit does not offer a formal expedited permit review program through its Buildings, Safety, Engineering & Environmental Department (BSEED). All commercial permits—whether for new construction, renovations, or trades—go through the standard plan review process via the eLaps and ePlans systems. However, the city does offer pre-plan consultation meetings, which can help resolve potential issues before submission and reduce review time.
Yes — Permit Place is a national commercial permit expediting firm. We support projects across Michigan, and throughout the U.S. Our team can help manage regional or nationwide permitting efforts with consistent service and results.
We’d love to learn more about your upcoming Detroit projects and discuss how our experts can help.
