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Building In Bloomfield Hills
Most building in Bloomfield Hills happens on lots that already have a home, surrounded by trees that have been there for decades. The city also watches how a building site is run day to day.
We work alongside your architect or designer. They lead the design. We help make sure it fits the lot and the city’s rules, keep you informed at every step, and build it with care.
Bloomfield Hills Requirements
Trees
The city’s Building Department reviews tree removal on a home lot before work starts, and lists a permit for protected trees. We take the plan to the city first.
Wetlands, Lakes And Streams
The city’s application covers building close to a wetland, lake, pond, river or stream, with Planning Commission review in some cases. We design around what the city confirms.
Taking Down An Old House
The city decides this for each property, and its application lists a permit and several supporting documents. We prepare them.
Permits
The city’s Building Department reviews new homes, and the city sends some to its Planning Commission. We make the application and keep you up to date.
While We Are Building
The city publishes a list of site rules covering working hours, street cleaning, tidiness and parking. Following them is our responsibility.
This page is general information, not legal advice or an official answer. The City of Bloomfield Hills decides what is allowed on each property, and its rules change. For anything official, the Bloomfield Hills Building Department is on (248) 644-1520.
Questions About Building In Bloomfield Hills
Does Bloomfield Hills review tree removal before a build starts?
The city sets the rules for trees. Its page describes a review of tree removal before any work starts, and a permit for protected trees. We plan the home to keep as many trees as we can and handle the review with you.
What does Bloomfield Hills leave untouched beside a pond or stream?
The city’s application describes a 25-foot strip beside the water to be left alone, and building inside it goes to the Planning Commission. Where a home may sit is the city’s decision for each lot. We look at the lot with you early and plan around what the city confirms.
What goes into a Bloomfield Hills demolition application?
Whether a house may come down is the city’s decision for each property. Its application lists a permit, with a plan of the lot and a schedule for the work.
How many business days does Bloomfield Hills allow for reviewing building plans?
The city says to allow up to 10 business days for its review of the building plans. That is the city’s own estimate, and it does not include the time to prepare the drawings or any extra approvals the city asks for on a particular lot.
Does Bloomfield Hills list Saturday hours for building work?
The city sets the hours. Its page lists weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with no work on Sundays.
This is general information, not legal advice or an official answer. The City of Bloomfield Hills decides what is allowed on each property. Sources: the City of Bloomfield Hills pages linked above. Checked October 11, 2026.
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