Green Shield provides homeowners with all-in-one pricing that includes design, permitting, inspections, construction, and warranty. Once you hire Green Shield Deck Builders there won’t be additional fees, surprise payments, or permitting costs. Our permits department is trained in Joint Permit Applications and has successfully completed both EGLE and USACE permitted projects.
Joint Permit Application (JPA)
The Joint Permit Application streamlines state and federal permitting in Michigan for construction projects near water including: wetlands, inland lakes, streams, and floodplains. Applicants can submit a single form to the Michigan Department of Environment, and Energy (EGLE) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). A JPA is required if your project is near water and involves moving materials or building structures. Individual permits can cost $500 - $4000 dollars. Most builders will require the homeowner to file and pay for JPAs.
Green Shield deck fully permitted and built along the lakeshore.
The Green Shield Difference
"Green Shield will never charge homeowners extra for their permits. Permit pricing is included in the original quote, every time."
- Adam Rought,
CEO & Founder
From Green Shield's Team
Joint Permit Project Examples
Watch this short video to see the types of decks Green Shield has helped build for homeowners near waterways in Michigan.
Deck Permitted by America's #1
Every Green Shield Deck is Permitted
Yes, Your Deck Needs a Permit
Green Shield’s permit team manages the complexities of joint permit applications, ensuring every deck meets strict local codes. This diligent process secures the necessary approvals to deliver homeowners a low-maintenance outdoor space built to last a lifetime.
EGLE Permit
Green Shield Handles Paperwork so You Can Enjoy the Beauty of the Outdoors
Building alongside Michigan’s beautiful natural resources requires securing an EGLE permit. Green Shield’s team manages this complex regulatory process from start to finish, ensuring full compliance so homeowners can focus on enjoying a low-maintenance outdoor space built to last a lifetime.
USACE Permits
Let Green Shield Handle Federal Compliance
Building near federal waters and wetlands requires navigating strict USACE regulations. Green Shield’s team handles these complex permits from the start, ensuring full compliance so homeowners can focus on enjoying a low-maintenance outdoor space built to last a lifetime.
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Common Questions about Joint Permit Application (JPA)
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Green Shield distinguishes itself through a "no-surprises" process, in-house permit management, and a specialized focus on composite materials that outperform traditional wood.
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Yes! Green Shield is known for handling permits for every project. Year round, our permitting department works with local municipalities to make sure your deck is safe, up to local ordinances, and inside your property lines. Permits can be a headache for homeowners and can cost $1000 or more on top of construction costs. Green Shield includes the cost of permitting in our flat rate quote, giving homeowners peace of mind.