Building & permits · Farmington Hills, MI
Building
The Building department provides information regarding building permit applications, fee schedules, construction guides, inspections, and forms for new houses. It also indicates when a permit is required.
Other Farmington Hills services
- City hallCity HallThe City Hall provides general contact information for non-emergency inquiries and is open during regular business hours.(248) 871-2400
- ClerkCity ClerkThe City Clerk's Office maintains all City Codes, Ordinances, Resolutions and other legal documents, processes and issues various permits and licenses, distributes certified copies of birth and death records, and maintains the city’s voter registration file. The City Clerk is also responsible for the administration of all Elections held within the city and functions as Secretary to the City Council and Building Authority, providing recording secretarial services to the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals and Dangerous Animal Review Board, and managing agendas and minutes for other city boards/commissions.(248) 871-2410
- ElectionsElection & Voter InformationThis page provides information on voter registration, including eligibility requirements, where and how to submit applications, and deadlines. It also lists the types of residency verification documents required for in-person registration within 14 days of an election.(248) 871-2400
- TreasurerTreasuryThe Treasury Division is responsible for collecting all payments due to the city for various services, issuing new passports and dog licenses, and handling the billing, collection, and distribution of real and personal property taxes. It also invests City funds as directed by the Finance Director to maximize interest on holdings.(248) 871-2480
- Trash & recyclingFarmington Hills Trash & recyclingThe Department of Public Services (DPS) Public Works division administers the rubbish removal program, which includes weekly curbside pickup of garbage, recyclables, bulk items, and yard waste for single-family homes and qualifying condominiums. DPS employees dispatch complaints to Priority Waste and respond to resident questions and special requests.(248) 871-2850
- Water & sewer billingFarmington Hills Water & sewer billingThe City of Farmington Hills has updated its water and sewer rate structure to include a fixed charge and usage rates based on actual metered usage. For more information, contact the City's Department of Public Services or the WRC Billing Services department.(248) 871-2530
