Apply for a Building Board of Appeals Hearing

The Building Board of Appeals conducts hearings structures determined to be “dangerous buildings”. It also hears appeals regarding the requirements, determinations, and decisions made by the city’s inspectors. Submit the application below to request a hearing before the Building Board of Appeals. Please submit your application at least two weeks before the meeting you wish to be heard at. 

By Mail

Step 1.Before You Apply

You will need to provide a plan, section, and elevation for the building that will be the subject of the hearing. Prepare these documents before applying and include them with your application. You can also include photographs if they help demonstrate the condition of the structure.  

Step 2.Submit an Application

Complete the application and return it by mail to:

City of Kalamazoo
Community Planning & Economic Development
245 N Rose Street Suite 100
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Make sure you sign the application and include all required documentation. 

Application for Building Board of Appeals Hearing(PDF, 158KB)

Step 3.Review and Scheduling

Your application will be reviewed by our Building & Trades staff. They will reach out to you to confirm the date of your hearing and arrange payment of the hearing fee. 

In Person

Step 1.Before You Apply

You will need to provide a plan, section, and elevation for the building that will be the subject of the hearing. Prepare these documents before applying and include them with your application. You can also include photographs if they help demonstrate the condition of the structure.  

Step 2.Submit an Application

Visit the Community Planning & Economic Development Office and pick up a copy of the application:

City of Kalamazoo
Community Planning & Economic Development
245 N Rose Street Suite 100
Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Complete the application and return it with supporting documentation to our office during regular business hours. You can also mail it to the address above or scan the application and email it to development@kalamazoocity.org. Make sure you sign the application and include the required plans and documentation.

Application for Building Board of Appeals Hearing(PDF, 158KB)

Step 3.Review and Scheduling

Your application will be reviewed by our Building & Trades staff. They will reach out to you to confirm the date of your hearing and arrange payment of the hearing fee.