Dearborn Heights, MI · Wayne County
Zoning Permit Application
Property owners and contractors use this application to request a building permit and describe proposed construction, repair, replacement, additions, or alterations.
What this form is
Despite its title, the application requests a building permit and lists work such as roofing, siding, concrete, additions, decks, and pools. Applicants provide property and owner details, contractor information when applicable, project cost, and a description of the work. The form does not state when the city requires this application.
Who needs it
A property owner or contractor seeking a building permit for construction, repair, replacement, an addition, or alteration can use this application.
How to submit it
Submit it to the Department of Building & Engineering at 6045 Fenton Ave., Dearborn Heights, MI 48127. Contractors mailing permits must include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the contractor must attach a signed copy of the contract, and the form does not say that attachment must be notarized.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the Zoning Permit Application PDF.
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Complete the Application
Print clearly and provide applicant, property, project, cost, and work-description information.
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Gather the Contract Copy
Contractors must attach a signed copy of the contract.
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Submit to the Department
Send the application to the Department of Building & Engineering at the address on the form. Contractors mailing permits must include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Zoning Permit Application used for?
- Despite its title, the form requests a building permit and asks applicants to describe work such as repairs, additions, roofing, concrete work, or a new building.
- Who completes this application?
- The applicant identifies as a contractor or homeowner. The form requests property, owner, project, and contractor information when applicable.
- Do I need a notary for the Zoning Permit Application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary. Contractors must attach a signed copy of the contract; the form does not say it must be notarized.
- How do I submit the Zoning Permit Application?
- Submit it to the Department of Building & Engineering at 6045 Fenton Ave., Dearborn Heights, MI 48127. Contractors mailing permits must include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Need something notarized?
This Zoning Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.