Land Use & Zoning
In Michigan, a 'Certificate of Occupancy' (CO) is required:
AOnly for commercial buildings
BBefore a newly constructed or substantially renovated building may be legally occupied✓ Correct
COnly when selling a property
DOnly for buildings over 3 stories tall
Explanation
A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is issued by the local building department after construction or major renovation is complete and the building passes all required inspections, certifying it is safe and legal to occupy.
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