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Michigan Electrochromic Dynamic Smart Glass & Switchable Glazing Contractor

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Audited by Pasi Tapio Hakamaki • Editorial Review: September 2026 • Statutory Authority: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Min General Liability
$1,000,000
Occurrence / $2,000,000 General Aggregate
Required State Bond
$10,000 Maintenance & Alteration Bond
From $160/yr with preferred credit
Board Application Fee
$195
Exam Provider: PSI Services
License Renewal
Triennial
CE: Varies by municipality or trade board
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Primary Source Verified: 2026 Statutory Code Review
Requirements cross-referenced against the official Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) administrative code.
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Target Jurisdiction
Michigan (MI)
Trade Classification
Electrochromic Dynamic Smart Glass & Switchable Glazing Contractor
Estimated Annual Gross Revenue $350,000
$50k $1.5M $3M+
Estimated Statutory Costs Instant Certificate Available
General Liability (GL)
$1,000,000 Each Occurrence / $2,000,000 General Aggregate
$197/mo
~$2,363 / year
Contractor License Bond
Michigan $10,000 Bond
$100/yr
1.0% (Tier 1 Preferred) on $10,000 bond
Workers' Comp Alert: In Michigan: Mandatory for employers with 3+ employees or 1+ employee working 35+ hours/week for 13+ weeks; GCs mandate coverage for all active crews (Mich. Comp. Laws § 418.115 & § 418.611).
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*Estimates based on standard market rates for commercial artisan contractors. Exact quotes require underwriting review of prior loss history, specific endorsements, and payroll declarations.

Electrochromic Dynamic Smart Glass & Switchable Glazing Contractor Scope of Work & Legal Permitting Authority

Smart glass contractors install electronically tintable dynamic electrochromic architectural windows and low-voltage tint controllers.

Defined Authorized Scope of Construction:

Electrochromic IGU setting, low-voltage control cable routing, BMS building management integration, and switchable privacy glass.

Permit Trigger in Michigan: Commercial building automated dynamic solar facade installations
Minor Work Exemption Threshold: $600 total contract amount (MCL 339.6001 Residential Maintenance & Alteration)

Mandatory Experience Prerequisites

4 years low-voltage smart window wiring, dynamic tint controller calibration, and architectural curtain wall glazing experience

Required Insurance Policy Endorsements

Smart Glass Delamination Floater, In-Transit Glass Breakage Rider

Governing Technical Code & Safety Standard
Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act)
OSHA 1926 Subpart M Fall Protection & ASTM / TAS 100 Wind Uplift Standards
Testing & Compliance Benchmarks: NRCA low-slope and steep-slope specifications, UL 790 Class A fire ratings, and FM Global wind uplift ratings. Prioritizes steep-slope perimeter tie-offs, heat-welded TPO/PVC seam integrity, and wind-mitigation flashing details.
Procedural Roadmap

How to Obtain a Electrochromic Dynamic Smart Glass & Switchable Glazing Contractor License in Michigan

Official 4-step compliance path pursuant to Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act).

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1

Legal Entity & EIN Formation

Michigan Business Entity Filing Statutes

Form your business entity (LLC, Corporation, or Sole Proprietorship) with the Michigan Secretary of State and secure your Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN). Ensure your registered business name precisely matches all state and municipal filings.

2

Designate Qualifying Individual (QI)

Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) Experience Verification Rules

Appoint a Qualifying Party, Primary Qualifying Agent, or Responsible Managing Employee (RME). The QI must verify 4 years low-voltage smart window wiring, dynamic tint controller calibration, and architectural curtain wall glazing experience and satisfy experience criteria governed under Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act).

3

Execute Statutory Bond & Insurance

Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act) Financial Responsibility Mandates

Secure the mandatory $10,000 Maintenance & Alteration contractor license bond executed by an admitted surety. File an official Certificate of Insurance (COI) maintaining at least $1,000,000 Each Occurrence / $2,000,000 General Aggregate Commercial General Liability, naming Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) as certificate holder.

4

Examination & Board License Issuance

PSI Services Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)

Complete the Michigan Business & Law examination along with the specific Smart Glass Glazing technical trade examination administered by PSI Services. Submit application fees ($195) to receive official licensure and permit pull authorization.

Regulatory Authority: Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) (MI)
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Ready to file with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)?

Make sure your statutory $10,000 Maintenance & Alteration Bond (and for LLC entities, your General Liability Certificate listing the state licensing board as certificate holder) are electronically active prior to submitting application fees.

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Michigan Smart Glass Glazing Compliance & Insurance FAQs

Direct answers on state licensing prerequisites, insurance thresholds, and surety bond regulations.

Is a state contractor license legally mandated for Smart Glass Glazing contractors in Michigan?

Yes, executing commercial or residential smart glass glazing contractor projects in Michigan legally requires an active state contractor license issued by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) under Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act). Performing contracting services without official board credentials triggers immediate stop-work orders, statutory fines, and civil citations.

What technical codes govern smart glass glazing contractor operations in Michigan?

Electrochromic Dynamic Smart Glass & Switchable Glazing Contractor installations in Michigan must strictly adhere to the OSHA 1926 Subpart M Fall Protection & ASTM / TAS 100 Wind Uplift Standards. In addition, all completed work and materials must satisfy NRCA low-slope and steep-slope specifications, UL 790 Class A fire ratings, and FM Global wind uplift ratings to pass municipal building inspection.

What are the commercial general liability insurance minimums for Smart Glass Glazing contractors in Michigan?

Smart Glass Glazing contractors in Michigan typically must maintain a minimum of $1,000,000 Each Occurrence / $2,000,000 General Aggregate in commercial general liability insurance. Under Michigan statutory rules and General Contractor (GC) bid standards, policies must cover bodily injury, property damage, and completed operations to secure jobsite clearance.

How much does the required Michigan Smart Glass Glazing surety bond cost?

A Michigan smart glass glazing contractor license bond costs between $160 and $240 per year for contractors with standard credit, satisfying the statutory $10,000 Maintenance & Alteration bond requirement. High-risk credit profiles range from $288 to $400 annually. Premium rates are calculated as a percentage of the total bond penal sum.

Is workers' compensation insurance required for Smart Glass Glazing contractors in Michigan?

Yes, proof of active workers' compensation insurance is required for construction employers in Michigan. Under Mich. Comp. Laws § 418.115 & § 418.611, coverage is mandatory for employers with 3+ employees or 1+ employee working 35+ hours/week for 13+ weeks; GCs mandate coverage for all active crews. General Contractors and municipal building inspectors mandate a Certificate of Insurance (COI) prior to jobsite access. Sole proprietors with 0 employees: Sole proprietors with 0 employees exempt under MCL 418.161; can file Form WC-337 Notice of Exclusion with WDCA.

Does Michigan offer contractor license reciprocity for Smart Glass Glazing contractors?

No, Michigan does not maintain universal license reciprocity for smart glass glazing contractors. Out-of-state applicants must satisfy Michigan's individual experience verification under Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act) and complete PSI Services testing.

Primary Sources

Official Statutory Citations & Legal Authorities

Jurisdiction: Michigan (MI)
Primary Licensing Authority
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
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Enabling State Statute / Administrative Code
Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act)
Statutory authority for trade licensing & discipline
Mandatory License Bond Statute
$10,000 Maintenance & Alteration Bond
Continuous penal surety bond filing
Governing Technical Code & Testing Standards
OSHA 1926 Subpart M Fall Protection & ASTM / TAS 100 Wind Uplift Standards
Testing Provider: PSI Services • NRCA low-slope and steep-slope specifications, UL 790 Class A fire ratings, and FM Global wind uplift ratings
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Audited by Pasi Tapio Hakamaki • Managing Editor

This compliance benchmark for Michigan Electrochromic Dynamic Smart Glass & Switchable Glazing Contractors is audited against primary state legislative statutes (Michigan Compiled Laws MCL 339.6001–6023 (Skilled Trades Regulation Act)) and administrative rules published by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). TradeCertify maintains strict editorial independence. If you represent a regulatory body or note an erratum in statutory bond limits, please contact our research desk.

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