Oakland County
City services in Fenton
Where to get permits, pay taxes, schedule trash pickup and report outages in Fenton, with licensed pros for permit work.
Fenton city services at a glance
Official links open the responsible office. Hours and fees change, so confirm with the office before you go.
| Fenton City Hall |
Where to go
301 S Leroy St., Fenton, MI 48430 (810) 629-2261 |
Good to know Main office for clerk, assessing, treasurer and building questions. Call ahead for hours. |
| Building permits | Where to go Fenton permits and inspections | Good to know Roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, decks, fences and additions. How permits work. |
| City or township website | Where to go https://www.cityoffenton.org/ | Good to know Trash and recycling schedules, water billing, assessing and meeting agendas. |
| County government | Where to go Oakland County | Good to know Property records, treasurer, courts and the health department. |
| Voter registration | Where to go Michigan Voter Information Center | Good to know Check registration, find your polling place and track an absentee ballot. |
| Power outages | Where to go Consumers Energy: 800-477-5050 | Good to know The electric company the state's service maps place in Fenton. Who serves Fenton. |
| Gas leak | Where to go Leave first, call 911, then Consumers Energy at 800-477-5050 | Good to know Do not use switches or phones inside if you smell gas. |
| Contractor licenses | Where to go Michigan LARA license lookup | Good to know Verify a builder, electrician, plumber or mechanical contractor before you hire. |
Fenton departments
City hall, permits, land bank, taxes, water, trash, police and fire, code enforcement.
- Fenton City Hall Clerk, council meetings, records and the official website
- Fenton Building Permits Permits, inspections and what work needs one
- Fenton Land Bank Vacant lots, side lots, auctions and rehab programs
- Fenton Property Taxes Treasurer, assessing, exemptions and delinquent taxes
- Fenton Water & Sewer Water bills, shutoffs, assistance and sewer backups
- Fenton Trash & Recycling Pickup days, bulk items and illegal dumping
- Fenton Police & Fire Non-emergency lines, reports, records and fire inspections
- Fenton Code Enforcement Blight tickets, rental registration and how to report
Permit-ready pros in Fenton
Licensed contractors normally pull the permit for you. Start here.
Roofers
Tear-offs and re-roofs usually need a permit.
See roofersElectricians
Panels, circuits and EV chargers.
See electriciansPlumbers
Water heaters, sewer and gas lines.
See plumbersHVAC
Furnace, AC and heat pump installs.
See HVAC prosGeneral contractors
Additions, remodels and structural work.
See contractorsFence and deck builders
Most fences and decks need zoning approval.
See buildersMore for Fenton
City services near Fenton
- Rose Township city services
- Holly Township city services
- Tyrone Township city services
- Holly city services
- Deerfield Township Livingston city services
- Hartland Township city services
- Groveland Township city services
- Highland Township city services
- Springfield Township city services
- Oceola Township city services
Fenton city services FAQ
4 questions
How do I get a building permit in Fenton?
Apply through the Fenton 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.
Who do I call about trash pickup in Fenton?
Trash and recycling are handled by the Fenton public services office or its contracted hauler. The official website lists pickup days and bulk item rules.
Where do I pay property taxes for Fenton?
Current taxes are usually paid to the local treasurer; delinquent taxes go to the Oakland County Treasurer.
What county is Fenton in?
Fenton is in Oakland County, Michigan.
Planning a project that needs a permit?
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