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​​​Permit applications can be emailed or faxed to the address or number on the application. ​Do not send in payment with your application.  Once your permit is approved, then you will be invoiced.

Bonfire P​ermit

Bonfire Permit Application

Bonfire permit fee $50

A bonfire permit is required when a resident or organization would like to have a fire on the ground that is larger than 3 x 3 feet in size, anything smaller than 3' x 3' is considered a recreation fire and a permit is not required. Bonfires shall not exceed 5 x 5 feet in size and shall not be conducted within 50 feet of a structure or combustible materials. Conditions which may cause a fire to spread within 50 feet of a structure shall be eliminated prior to ignition.

Prescriptio​n Burn Permit

Prescription Burn Application

Commercial prescription burn permit fee $150
Residential prescription burn permit fee $50

A map of the area to be burned is required with permit applications. 

Fireworks ​Sales Permit

FAQ - Fireworks Safety Act of 2011

This is currently managed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. 

Tent Permits - Building Department​

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Non-emergency dispatch

734.994.2911

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734.794.6961​

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