Build Siren tracks building permit activity in Shelby Township, Macomb County and delivers it to local contractors as a daily, trade-filtered report — the exact project address, the permit description, the estimated value where Shelby Township records it, whether a contractor is named, and a Premium / Strong / Usable lead score.
Permit activity in Shelby Township
A growing north-Macomb community with both active new construction and established subdivisions entering replacement cycles — a good mix of new-build sub work and residential replacement permits.
What contractors use Shelby Township permit data for
- Roofing — Shelby Township re-roof and tear-off permits (roofing leads)
- HVAC — furnace and A/C changeouts, commercial rooftop units (HVAC leads)
- Plumbing — water heaters, sewer and water service, repipes (plumbing leads)
- Electrical — panel upgrades, generators, EV chargers (electrical leads)
- Remodeling — kitchens, baths, basements, additions (remodeling leads)
- General contractors — new builds, additions, commercial build-outs (GC leads)
How to look up a building permit in Shelby Township
The township Building Department offers online permit search; issued permits are public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Build Siren monitors Shelby Township along with every other Macomb County community at once, so new permits reach you without checking portals yourself.
Nearby cities we cover
Rochester Hills · Macomb Township · Sterling Heights — see all coverage areas.
Shelby Township permit leads FAQ
Are Shelby Township building permits public record?
Yes. Building permits filed with Michigan municipalities are public records available under the Michigan FOIA. Build Siren aggregates them so you do not have to file requests.
How fast will I see new Shelby Township permits?
New activity is included in the next weekday morning’s report.
Can I get only Shelby Township, not the whole county?
Yes — single-city territories are available. Availability is limited per trade.
What does it cost?
One trade starts at $99/month. See pricing.
Request Shelby Township access — from $99/month. Call (248) 290-8979.