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Yes, a permit is required to replace a roof in Oxford Township, MI, issued by Charter Township of Oxford - Building Department. Oxford Charter Township has published nothing specific to roof work. Its Residential Permit and Inspection Guide, updated 09/13/23, says "A permit is required when the following construction or repairs are anticipated:" and lists "New Residence", "Additions", "Remodels" and "Any changes or renovations to an existing structure, or addition of a structure to the footprint of property", and the Building & Planning page's frequently asked questions cover decks, fences, replacement windows, sheds and irrigation systems but not roofing. The state's general permit rule applies: "before construction of a building or structure, the owner, or the owner's builder, architect, engineer, or agent, shall submit an application in writing to the appropriate enforcing agency for a building permit." The same state section says "A building permit is not required for ordinary repairs of a building or structure," without defining ordinary repairs, and the township has published nothing applying that relief to roof work; the guide refers doubtful cases to the department: "If you are in doubt as to whether a permit is required, contact the Building Department at (248) 628-9787 ext. 114." The building fee schedule, effective January 15, 2024, has no roofing line; it lists a "Residential Addition/Alteration" application fee of $50.00 and says "Building permit fees when required are based on the project cost for all Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Projects." It adds "Permit Renewal Fee - A permit is valid 180 days from issuance or from the last inspection." The guide says "Permits can be issued to the owner, proof of ownership required, or any contractor licensed by the State of Michigan. Permits will not be issued to unlicensed contractors." Permits can be applied for and inspections scheduled online through the township's BS&A portal. Building inspections are scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Township Hall is at 300 Dunlap Road, Oxford, MI 48371, open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed Fridays. The township covers its own territory; the Village of Oxford is listed by the state as its own enforcing agency. This hub aggregates roofing permit and contractor-registration requirements for Oxford Township, Michigan, along with sourced roofing material references — every fact linked to its directory record.