I live outside the City of Battle Creek limits and have a building-related problem/question, can the City of Battle Creek help me with this?
The City of Battle Creek does not have jurisdiction over building issues outside of its city limits. If you live outside the city and have a building-related issue you should contact your local municipality.

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1. What does the Inspection Department do?
2. What is a building permit?
3. Why do I need a building permit?
4. What happens if I don't get a permit?
5. When do I need a permit?
6. What are the permit costs?
7. Do I need a contractor?
8. Who should get the permit – homeowner or the contractor?
9. How do I choose a contractor?
10. What paperwork do I need to get a permit?
11. How do I request an inspection?
12. Why is an inspection and permit necessary for replacement of water heaters and furnaces?
13. I live outside the City of Battle Creek limits and have a building-related problem/question, can the City of Battle Creek help me with this?
14. Where can I order State of Michigan code books for building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing work?
15. I am working around my gas or electric meter what do I do?