The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) will never ask you to provide credit card numbers or other personal information by phone, text, email, or mail. LARA has identified fraudulent communications impersonating department staff. These scams may include requests for payment or personal information. Please do not respond to these messages and report any suspicious activity to LARA‑Safety@michigan.gov. (This email is for fraud purposes only; messages unrelated to LARA‑related fraud will not receive a response.)
Building Trades Section
Contact the Building Trades Section:
Phone: 517-241-9313
Fax: 517-241-0130
E-Mail:
Assistance Requests from Local Enforcing Agencies
Email requests to the Building Trades Section (above). When submitting a request be sure to include a contact name, telephone number, and email address. Indicate each code discipline the governmental subdivision will need assistance for. Plan review, permitting, and inspection services will be provided for each discipline.