Permits and Local Roads
When submitting applications for commercial and utility permits, please mail or hand deliver four sets of plans with the application attached (see below) to: 117 South Groesbeck Highway, Mt. Clemens, MI 48043.
AT THIS TIME, WE DO NOT ACCEPT ELECTRONIC SUBMITTALS.
Transportation permits will utilize Oxcart Permit Systems to manage and process permits online. Permit applicants can now apply, pay for and receive transportation permits online in one easy to use platform. Click here to create an account or login if you’re an existing user. If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact the Permit Department at 586-463-8671.
Permit Department Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). The Permit Department is closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and permits are issued until 4 p.m.
Under the supervision of the Permits and Local Roads Department Manager, Robert Bush, the Permits Department staff oversees and inspects all incoming requests for permits within the Department of Roads Right of Way. This includes issuing permits for trucking, construction, industrial developments, utilities, and residential issues.
This department provides permits for residential and commercial approaches, ditch enclosures, road closures, storm, sanitary and water main taps, and any other types of construction within the right of way. Daily and annual permits for overweight and oversize equipment moves on all Macomb County roads and permits to "bond" specific roads to protect them from damage during long term construction projects are also available.
All residential permitting must contact the Permit Department staff directly.
To submit an application, please select one of the following permits below:
Other information:
Inspections
Starting Monday, April 10, the Permit Department will begin accepting requests for commercial asphalt and concrete inspections. Requests for residential inspections will open Monday, April 17. If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact the Permit Department at 586-463-8671.
Permit inspectors review residential and commercial work performed under permit through the Department of Roads to ensure that required specifications are met. A 48-hour notice to the Permit Department is required prior to commencing work within the County right of way. Please call us at 586-463-8671 and ask for the Permit Department with all work notices.
Inspection notification and scheduling will not be valid via voicemail. Customers must speak directly to Permit Department staff to ensure accuracy of the permit and to determine the impact to Macomb County’s road system.
Utilities
Small Cell Wireless Facilities Permit Application
Contractors are responsible for notifying MISS DIG (800-482-7171) three working days in advance for utility staking. All existing public utilities must be included in the plans or project proposal. This does not relieve the contractor of responsibility should damage to utility equipment occur within the Department of Roads right of way. Refer to the current MDOT Standard Specifications for Construction for more detailed information.
If you have questions or would like additional information related to small cell wireless facilities and installation requirements and specifications, please refer to the Small Wireless Communications Facilities Deployment Act at michigan.gov.
Weight Restrictions
Weight Restrictions Bulletin - Latest Update
In an effort to protect our roads during the spring thaw, weight restrictions are put into effect, normally in early March. Once the ground has thawed to a specific depth, usually in late March, these weight restrictions are lifted. The weight restrictions start and end dates vary due to the weather conditions. Click here to view the Truck Operations Map.
Local Roads and Subdivisions
Under the supervision of the Permits & Local Roads Department Manager, the Permits Department staff oversees and inspects all new residential developments in Macomb County. This department facilitates the inspection of new subdivision road construction in all townships of Macomb County. After the construction, acceptance and release processes of a subdivision road, the road and the right-of-way is dedicated to the Macomb County Department of Roads. All proposed private roadways must be reviewed and approved by the township/city in which they are located in. Private roads are not under the jurisdiction of the Macomb County Department of Roads.
Subdivision Specifications: Newly Revised - Effective April 12, 2018
Paving Standard Details in PDF format
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Adopt-A-County Road
The Adopt-A-County Road program is designed to help keep county roadsides clean and attractive. This is a great opportunity for all types of organizations who want to become involved in the community. There is no cost to participate in this program. Participants of this program are required to clean the roadsides twice a year. All new participants in the program are required to view a safety video prior to actually participating in any cleanup activities. The Department of Roads provides trash bags and safety vests to all organizations and participants. For more information, go to http://www.macombgov.org/adoptaroad-home