The City of Escanaba would like to remind everyone that permits are required by ordinance for a number of different types of projects within the city limits prior to work commencing. Permit applications can be found online at https://www.escanaba.org/forms.
• Zoning Compliance Permit ($30 or $250 fee, depending on size and scope of project)
o Required for all structures that cover any portion of the property (decks, porches, sheds, gazebos, carports, garages, houses, commercial buildings, etc.)
• Fence Permit ($30 Fee)
o Required for new fences and fence replacements
• Change of Use/Home Occupation Permit ($30 Fee)
o Required when a property is changing from one type of use to another OR for a home occupation (such as salon, daycare, repair service, etc.)
• Sign Permit ($30 Fee)
o Required for most types of exterior signs (not interior)
• Excavation/Right-of-Way Permit ($30 Fee)
o Required for any work (driveway, sidewalk, curbing, sewer/water service work, temporary storage of machinery/materials) done in the city right-of-way area (generally the front portion of a property between the property line and the street).
• Moving Permit ($30 Fee)
o Required for moving heaving equipment or structures on city-controlled roadways
If you have questions on permit requirements or processes, please contact the Planning & Zoning Department at 906-786-9402 or permits@escanaba.org.
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