Required State License(s):

Vehicles should comply with Vehicle Code standards with the Department of State.  Contact Department of State at Secretary of State Inventory Control Unit (517) 335-4793.

Website: http://www.michigan.gov/sos.

Contact Department of Environmental Quality at (517) 335-4235, for possible air, water quality, hazardous waste and other permits.

Website: http://www.michigan.gov/deq

Further Information:

Manufacturer should furnish a Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO) to dealer when the item is shipped. There is no prescribed format for the MCO as long as the required information is contained in the form.

Required information: Manufacturer's Name, Year, Name of Vehicle, Body Style and Vehicle ID (VIN) number.

If the item is built on pre-manufactured chassis purchased from another company the chassis will come with a VIN #. This number should be used for the finished product. Otherwise, contact the SAE at (724) 776-4841 for a VIN #.

Michigan Manufacturers' Guide To Environmental, Safety & Health Regulations

The Michigan Departments of Environmental Quality (DEQ) and Labor and Economic Growth (DLEG) offer assistance to Michigan manufacturers facing the challenges of daily business regulations.  The two Departments have designed a first-of-its-kind users guide.  Packed full of easy-to-read discussions about state and federal environmental rules the "Michigan Manufacturers' Guide to Environmental and Safety' and Health Regulations" also summarizes the MIOSHA programs that affect manufacturers of all sizes.  The book begins with a self-assessment checklist to steer you through the regulations that affect your business.

A program specialist produces each chapter of the book.  Along with easy-to-read overviews of relevant regulations there are telephone numbers that put you in direct contact with the agency experts who may be of assistance.  You will also learn which current web sites display the latest regulatory information.

We realize how complex and voluminous government regulations can be for a business.  We also understand the huge responsibility one faces to keep the environment clean, the works safe, and the business profitable.  Let the "Michigan Manufacturers' Guide to Environmental and Safety and Health Regulations" help meet this purpose.

If interested in attending a workshop or ordering the guidebook please contact the Environmental Assistance Center at (800) 662-9278 for further information.

Revised:  5/2005