Dearborn Heights, MI city services
Dearborn Heights city services are listed here in one place: 9 departments and offices, from city hall and water billing to trash, permits, police non-emergency and the library. Each entry has its verified phone number, opening hours and a link to the official page to pay a bill, apply for a permit or report a problem.
Moving to Dearborn Heights?Neighborhoods, housing costs, schools, utilities and your first-week checklist.Start hereCity hall & administration
- City hallDearborn Heights City HallThe Dearborn Heights City Hall is the main administrative building for the city, housing various departments and processing payments like taxes and permits. It is currently undergoing a major system upgrade to improve online access and service processing.(313) 791-3400
- ClerkClerk's OfficeThe Dearborn Heights City Clerk’s office administers elections, issues business and pet licenses, registers alarms, certifies birth and death records, maintains permanent records of City Council proceedings, and is the keeper of the City Seal and official records.(313) 791-3430
Bills, taxes, permits & parking
- TreasurerTreasurer's OfficeThe Treasurer's Office collects property taxes, water bills, and other payments. It provides information on tax bills, due dates, penalties, and payment options including online, phone, in-person, and drop box payments.(313) 791-3410
- Water & sewer billingDearborn Heights Water & sewer billingThe City of Dearborn Heights has launched a new optional automatic water bill payment system for customers. Enrolled customers can have payments automatically deducted from their bank, savings and loan, or credit union account on the due date.Monday - Thursday, 8 AM - 5 PM
- Building & permitsBuilding DepartmentThe Building Department provides various online applications and forms, including a Building Permit Application, for residents and contractors. It also lists forms for other related permits such as plumbing, electrical, and zoning.Monday - Thursday, 8 AM - 5 PM
Public safety & courts
- PolicePolice DepartmentThe Dearborn Heights Police Department's mission is to protect life and property, preserve the peace, prevent crime, pursue law violators, and enhance the quality of life. The department administration manages and directs the overall department operations.Monday - Thursday, 8 AM - 5 PM
- FireDearborn Heights Fire DepartmentThe Dearborn Heights Fire Department prevents and suppresses fires, provides emergency medical services, and assists with incidents that threaten life or property. The department also offers community involvement through charity functions, car seat installs, CPR classes, and a school-based fire safety program.(313) 791-3650
Library, parks & community
Voting & elections
Wayne County services for Dearborn Heights residents
Courts, the sheriff, deeds, marriage licences, health services and more are handled at county level.
Wayne County servicesInformation from dearbornheightsmi.gov, checked October 5, 2026. This is an independent local guide, not the official City of Dearborn Heights site — for official business use dearbornheightsmi.gov.
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