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Dearborn City Services & Permits
Where to get permits, pay taxes, schedule trash pickup and report outages in Dearborn, with licensed pros for permit work.
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Dearborn city services at a glance
Official links open the responsible office. Hours and fees change, so confirm with the office before you go.
| What you need | Where to go | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Administrative Center | 16901 Michigan Ave, Dearborn, MI 48126 (313) 943-2150 | Main office for clerk, assessing, treasurer and building questions. Call ahead for hours. |
| Building permits | Dearborn permits and inspections | Roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, decks, fences and additions. How permits work. |
| City or township website | https://dearborn.gov/ | Trash and recycling schedules, water billing, assessing and meeting agendas. |
| County government | Wayne County | Property records, treasurer, courts and the health department. |
| Voter registration | Michigan Voter Information Center | Check registration, find your polling place and track an absentee ballot. |
| Power outages | DTE: 800-477-4747 | Report outages and downed lines. Some areas are served by Consumers Energy. |
| Gas leak | Leave first, then call DTE at 800-947-5000 or 911 | Do not use switches or phones inside if you smell gas. |
| Contractor licenses | Michigan LARA license lookup | Verify a builder, electrician, plumber or mechanical contractor before you hire. |
Permit-ready pros in Dearborn
Licensed contractors normally pull the permit for you. Start here.
Roofers
Tear-offs and re-roofs usually need a permit.
See roofers →Electricians
Panels, circuits and EV chargers.
See electricians →Plumbers
Water heaters, sewer and gas lines.
See plumbers →HVAC
Furnace, AC and heat pump installs.
See HVAC pros →General contractors
Additions, remodels and structural work.
See contractors →Fence and deck builders
Most fences and decks need zoning approval.
See builders →Dearborn city services FAQ
Apply through the Dearborn building department linked above. Most permits need the property address, a description of the work and a licensed contractor or a homeowner permit where allowed.
Trash and recycling are handled by the Dearborn public services office or its contracted hauler. The official website lists pickup days and bulk item rules.
Current taxes are usually paid to the local treasurer; delinquent taxes go to the Wayne County Treasurer.
Dearborn is in Wayne County, Michigan.
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