Dearborn requires scaffolding used on construction sites to comply with the Michigan Building Code and MIOSHA Part 12 Scaffolding standards. Permits and inspections apply for larger projects.
Scaffolding in Dearborn is regulated under the Michigan Building Code (adopted by reference in the Dearborn Code of Ordinances Chapter 6) and by Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) Part 12 rules. Any scaffold erected for work on a structure requiring a building permit must be shown on permitted plans, and the contractor is responsible for ensuring the scaffold meets load, guardrail, and planking requirements. Scaffolds placed in the public right of way (sidewalks, alleys, or streets) require a separate right-of-way or encroachment permit from the Department of Public Works, along with pedestrian protection such as covered walkways for structures over two stories. Homeowners doing small repair work generally do not need a standalone scaffold permit, but they must still follow OSHA-style safe practices. Contact the Building and Safety Division at (313) 943-2150 for scaffold questions on permitted projects.
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