Michigan Residential Code 2015

Michigan General Contractor Licensing

Every general contractor license type Michigan issues, with continuing-education hours, renewal fees, bond requirements and approved courses. Updated for 2026.

License types

21 hrs

Max CE / cycle

Required

Bond at some tier

CE providers

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Michigan general contractors licenses at a glance

Residential Builder

contractor

CE: 21 hr / 3yr
Fee: $195
Bond: $25,000

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Getting started

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Moving states

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CE courses in Michigan

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Michigan general contractor licensing — FAQ

How many general contractor license types does Michigan issue?

Michigan issues 1 general contractor license type: Residential Builder.

Does Michigan require continuing education for general contractors?

Yes — at least one general contractor tier in Michigan requires continuing education, up to 21 hours per renewal cycle. The exact requirement varies by license tier; see each license page.

Do Michigan general contractor licenses require a bond?

At least one general contractor license tier in Michigan requires a license bond. Check the specific license page for the bond amount, then estimate the premium with our bond cost estimator.

Which Michigan Residential Code edition does Michigan enforce?

Michigan currently enforces the 2015 Michigan Residential Code for general contractor work.

Official source

Michigan LARA Bureau of Construction Codes

Official board site

Data compiled 2026-05-23. Confirm current figures with the board.

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