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About the Bureau of Construction Codes

The dedicated staff of the Bureau of Construction Codes (BCC) work as a team to assure that the built environment and the systems within are sound, safe and sanitary; building users' health, safety and welfare are protected; and that, through a coordinated program of code compliance, investigation and training, there is consistent application of standards.

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Cutting Red Tape Report

LARA received over 16,000 survey responses from licensees across three of our highest volume bureaus: Professional Licensing, Construction Codes, and Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing. Our Cutting Red Tape Report outlines nearly 80 recommendations to reduce barriers to licensure, streamline processes, and better serve the people of Michigan.

Read the full report here

 

WHAT'S NEW 

Ski Area Safety-General Rules Public Hearing Notice

Part 5. Residential Code 

Part 10. Michigan Uniform Energy Code 

 

Effective 10/1/2025, the State of Michigan has eliminated the examination for electrical contractors. This decision comes as a result from input submitted by applicants, licensees, and other stakeholders as part of the “Cutting Red Tape” survey that was sent out earlier this year. Applicants who submitted electrical contractor applications will be contacted directly on the next steps to obtain the license. The changes implemented from the “Cutting Red Tape” report are reducing barriers to licensure and helping position Michigan to fulfill critical workforce needs.  

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What's New in BCC

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2021 Michigan Residential Code Notification

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2021 Michigan Uniform Energy Code; Administrative Rules Part 10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Please reference the LARA Accela Frequently Asked Questions for information regarding online licensing and permitting.

  • When sending a payment with your correspondence, the address is:

    LARA/BCC/(Division Name)
    PO Box 30255
    Lansing, MI 48909

    When only correspondence (w/o money) is being sent the address is:

    LARA/BCC/(Division Name)
    PO Box 30254
    Lansing, MI 48909

  • LARA/BCC/(Division Name)
    2407 N. Grand River Avenue
    Lansing, MI 48906

  • The bureau's office hours are Monday thru Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm
  • A person can find out if someone is licensed by visiting our website at www.michigan.gov/bcc and clicking Verify a License.
  • A person can find licensing examination information as well as the applications for those exams by visiting our website at www.michigan.gov/bcc and clicking Licensing, Examinations, Licensing & Continuing Education.
  • Yes. An apprentice electrician is required to register with the Bureau of Construction Codes within 30 days of employment.

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Bureau News

MI Dept of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Offers Tips for Hiring Contractors This Summer

July 17, 2025

LANSING, MICH. - As the summer temperatures rise and home improvement season heats up, the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) is urging residents to ...

Cutting Red Tape in Michigan

February 27, 2025

LANSING, MI – The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) recently published a report entitled “Cutting Red Tape: Recommendations to Protect P...

MI Dept of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Announces Mobile Home Community Inspection Team

January 29, 2025

LANSING, MI – The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) has created a new team focused on improving the living conditions of mobile home parks and...

LARA Emphasizes Safety Ahead of Winter Sports Season

December 02, 2024

LANSING, MI - With winter on the horizon, many Michiganders will soon dust off their ski and snowboard gear and prepare to hit the slopes. The Michigan Department of Licensing a...

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