Welcome to the Building Division

The Building Division is responsible for the administration of all laws, ordinances, and regulations concerning the construction, maintenance, and safety of all buildings and equipment including:

• Compliance with Zoning Laws
• Electrical
• Housing
• Mechanical Trades
• Plumbing

From residential construction projects, like decks and new homes, to large commercial projects all start with the Building Divisions permitting process.  The Building Division is always happy to answer any questions you might have in order to help you navigate building codes and provide a safe and healthy structure in an efficient manner.

For homeowners, the Building Division also has information sheets available to guide you through practically any project in your house.

Registration of Contractors and Builders

The Building Division requires that contractors, residential maintenance providers, and alteration contractors register with the City.  This allows the Building Division to better track the projects related to a particular business or person.  Additionally, this registration allows the use of our onlinePermitting Tool for submittal, payment, and processing of permits by the contractor or builder directly. 

Schedule an Inspection

There are multiple options available to schedule an inspection:

• Online using ourPermitting Tool
• Emailinspection@cityofwestland.com
• By phone
• In person during normal business hours

Making Payments

You can pay for your permits, inspections, certificates or other building items by:

• Payment can be made in person at Westland City Hall, 36300 Warren Rd by cash, check or credit card.
• Checks can also be mailed, with proper documentation, to Westland City Hall, Attention: Planning and Building Department, 36300 Warren Rd, Westland, MI 48185. Please make sure you add your permit number or reference number on the memo of the check, if applicable. 
• Payment may also be made online. Use one of the two Quick Links below to access the online payment portals.

Nationally Recognized Standards

Nationally recognized standards for enforcement have been adopted by the City: 

• 2021 Michigan Building Code (Effective - April 9, 2025)
• 2015 Michigan Residential Code
• 2021 Michigan Rehabilitation Code for Existing Buildings (Effective - April 9, 2025)
• Part 10A Michigan Commercial Energy Rules (Effective - April 22, 2025)
• 2021 Michigan Mechanical Code
• 2021 Michigan Plumbing Code
• 2023 Michigan Electrical Code
• 2021 International Property Maintenance Code