Completing and submitting your boiler permit paperwork online is straightforward with FormsPal's PDF editor. No software installation is required — open the editor directly in your browser and work through each section at your own pace.
Step 1: Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the editor.
Step 2: Use the editor's tools to fill in text, correct existing entries, add a signature, or annotate the document as needed.
Review every field carefully before saving. Errors in the installer's license number, boiler specifications, or permit fee amount are the most common reasons a submission is returned for correction.
1. Begin with the applicant and boiler identification section. Enter the installation address, National Board R-Certificate Number, certificate expiration date, and boiler size and capacity in the designated fields.
2. Complete the technical specifications panel: INSTALLATION type, NATIONAL BOARD R CERTIFICATE NUMBER, EXPIRATION DATE, BOILER SIZE IN, MAXIMUM DESIGN PRESSURE, DATE OF REPAIR OR ALTERATION, WELD PROCEDURE, LBS PER STEAM HR, BTU PER HR INPUT, ASME CODE SYMBOL STAMP, MAXIMUM DESIGN PSI, HYDRO TEST PRESSURE, MANUFACTURER, LICENSED INSPECTOR, and LICENSED INSPECTOR'S EMPLOYER.
3. Fill in the work description section: describe the work being performed, state whether the boiler meets minimum clearance requirements, and attach a clearance drawing, graph, or repair documentation. If the boiler does not meet clearance requirements, explain the alternative arrangement in the space provided.
Step 3: Once all fields are complete, click "Done" to save your work. You can download, print, or share the finished document directly from FormsPal. Your edits are preserved so you can return and make updates if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who must file a boiler permit with the Michigan Boiler Division?
Any licensed boiler contractor or company performing installation, repair, field erection, or alteration work on a boiler or pressure vessel in Michigan must obtain a permit before starting. This requirement applies to both new installations and modifications to existing equipment. Operating without a valid permit can result in stop-work orders and fines.
What permit fee is required?
The fee depends on the type and scope of work. Michigan's Boiler Division publishes its current schedule on the LARA website. Submit a check payable to the State of Michigan along with the completed paperwork. Confirm the exact amount before mailing your packet to avoid processing delays.
What is the difference between this permit and a CSD-1 inspection form?
The permit filing is submitted before work begins and authorizes the project. The CSD-1 (Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers) document is completed after installation or alteration and records the safety control inspection of the finished equipment. Both filings are typically required for new boiler installations in Michigan.
Where do I submit the completed packet?
Mail or deliver the paperwork and permit fee to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Boiler Division. Contact LARA directly for the current mailing address, office hours, and processing times. Plan for the review period before scheduling your project start date so there is no delay caused by waiting for permit approval.
Can the form be submitted electronically?
Michigan's Boiler Division primarily accepts paper submissions. Check the LARA website for updates to electronic filing options. Using FormsPal to complete the document online produces a clean, legible PDF ready for printing and mailing, which helps avoid errors that could slow processing.
What happens if work begins without a permit?
Starting boiler work without an approved permit in Michigan violates state law. Inspectors can issue stop-work orders, levy fines, and the contractor may face liability if an uninspected system causes injury or property damage. Always secure the permit before mobilizing your crew.
For related filings, see the BCC-313 form and the Kentucky Boiler Permit for contractors licensed in multiple states.