HOMEOWNER WORKBOOK · MICHIGAN

Michigan Project
Planning Pack

Budget the complete scope. Research permits. Compare contractor bids.HOMESCOPEGUIDE.COM

01 · DEFINE

Write the same scope for every bidder.

Project and addressGoal and must-have outcomeApproximate size or quantityMaterials or product levelWork includedWork intentionally excludedTarget timingKnown site or existing-condition concerns

02 · BUDGET

Plan beyond the contractor total.

Design / engineering$

Permit and inspection fees$

Main construction contract$

Allowances and owner selections$

Site work or temporary protection$

Contingency for unknown conditions$

Temporary living or storage$

Total working budget$

Start with a free city-adjusted planning range at homescopeguide.com/guides. Estimates are educational—not quotes.

03 · PERMITS

Research here. Confirm with the municipality.

Responsible building or planning department identifiedOfficial application page openedBuilding and trade permits mappedZoning, historic, drainage, woodland, or site review checkedCommon drawings and supporting documents listedExact inspection sequence confirmedWho applies, pays, schedules, and corrects named in contractFinal approval required before last payment

Search sourced starting points at homescopeguide.com/michigan/permit-directory.

04 · COMPARE

Look beyond the bottom line.

Check	Quote 1	Quote 2	Quote 3
Total price
Cost per sq. ft.
Scope complete
Materials specified
Allowances identified
Exclusions identified
Warranty written
Payment milestones
Permits included
Cleanup included

Compare bids interactively at homescopeguide.com/tools/contractor-bid-comparison.

05 · ASK

Questions before signing.