Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Who do I call if my neighbor appears not to be maintaining their property?
   You may call the City Building Department, or stop by and see the Ordinance Enforcement Officer. CONTACT INFORMATION City of Sault Ste. Marie Building Department/Ordinance Enforcement 225 E. Portage Ave. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 (906) 632-5700
2. What is the Definition of a Rental Property?
   A property is considered a rental property when an owner does not live at the property but the property is occupied. Even though no money is changing hands, situations may occur where property is considered to be rental property. (i.e. Parents buy a house for their college student to live in whi ...
3. Which agencies are responsible for the various construction trades?
   The City Building Department handles Building and Mechanical Codes, as well as zoning. The State of Michigan handles Electrical and Plumbing Codes. The City Building Department can provide copies of the State permit forms, and contact information for State Electrical and Plumbing Inspectors. CO ...
4. What is the definition of a junk vehicle?
   A Junk Vehicle is any vehicle that is not legal to drive on public roads. This includes any vehicle that is not licensed or insured, or one that is dismantled to the extent to be classified as Junk per Ordinance No. 431-98, The City of Sault Ste. Marie Ordains: Chapter 13, Article IV, Sec. 13-63 ...
5. Do I need to notify the City if I have rental property?
   Yes, please contact the City Building Department at 906-632-5700 regarding the annual rental registration requirements. Information for rental property owners, as well as a copy of the City's Rental Registration Form, may be found on the City's website, as well as in the attachment below. CONTA ...
6. What is a property owner requirement for maintaining their property?
   See Property Maintenance Code section in City Code or Ordinances. (Part II, Chapter 8, Article VI) CONTACT INFORMATION City of Sault Ste. Marie Building Department/Ordinance Enforcement (906) 632-5700
7. How many people can live in a home that is classified as Single Family?
   Up to 4 unrelated persons can live in a single dwelling unit or house - OR - a family (as defined below) together with not more than two persons not so related may live together in the whole or part of a dwelling unit comprising a single housekeeping unit. Family: Is one or two persons or paren ...