Wayne County
Dearborn Building Permits
Permits, inspections and what work needs one for Dearborn, Michigan, with official links and the latest local news.
Building Permits in Dearborn
Where to apply
Dearborn permits and inspections
Official website: https://dearborn.gov/
Work that needs a permit
- Roof tear-offs and re-roofs
- Electrical panels, new circuits, EV chargers, generators
- Water heaters, sewer and gas lines, boilers
- Furnace, AC and heat pump replacements
- Additions, structural changes, decks, fences and sheds over the size limit
- Finishing a basement, new windows in a new opening, demolition
Painting, flooring, cabinets and like-for-like fixture swaps usually do not.
Check the contractor first
Michigan LARA license lookup. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical work must be pulled by a licensed contractor. Rebuild Detroit Verified pros have already passed this check.
Dearborn by the numbers
Public records for Dearborn, each with its source.
| Typical home built | Dearborn 1952 | Source and next step Census ACS 2020-2024. Older homes often need permits for electrical and plumbing updates. |
| Homes built before 1960 | Dearborn 71% | Source and next step Census ACS 2020-2024. |
| Electricians with an office in town | Dearborn 29 | Source and next step Listed pros. Compare them. |
| Plumbers with an office in town | Dearborn 10 | Source and next step Listed pros. Compare them. |
| Roofers with an office in town | Dearborn 15 | Source and next step Listed pros. Compare them. |
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- Dearborn City Hall Clerk, council meetings, records and the official website
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- Dearborn Land Bank Vacant lots, side lots, auctions and rehab programs
- Dearborn Property Taxes Treasurer, assessing, exemptions and delinquent taxes
- Dearborn Water & Sewer Water bills, shutoffs, assistance and sewer backups
- Dearborn Trash & Recycling Pickup days, bulk items and illegal dumping
- Dearborn Police & Fire Non-emergency lines, reports, records and fire inspections
- Dearborn Code Enforcement Blight tickets, rental registration and how to report
Dearborn in the news
Rebuild Detroit coverage that mentions Dearborn.
Pros for the work in Dearborn
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Building Permits near Dearborn
Dearborn building permits FAQ
3 questions
How much does a building permit cost in Dearborn?
Fees are set by Dearborn and usually scale with the job value. The permit office linked above publishes the current fee schedule.
Can a homeowner pull their own permit in Dearborn?
Homeowners can often pull building permits for their own primary residence. Electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits normally require a licensed contractor in Michigan.
Is this an official Dearborn government page?
No. Rebuild Detroit is an independent guide. Official links on this page open the responsible office; confirm hours and fees with them.