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The Planning Department accepts online submissions for most processes. Beginning December 1, 2024, in-person and mailed submissions will no longer be accepted.

Please refer to the appropriate process below, complete or download the necessary submittal documents, and include them in your online submission. All PDFs on this page are fillable. Required documents are bolded, while others may be necessary depending on the process.

Tree Removal Permits

Tree removal permits are not required for dead trees or trees with a diameter of less than 6 inches. For inquiries regarding trees within the street right-of-way, please contact the City Forestry Division at (248) 796-4634.

To apply for a Tree Removal Permit on an existing single-family lot, review/download the information below as needed, and submit your application by clicking this button:

Apply for a Tree Removal Permit Online

 

Tree Removal Permit
Tree Removal Permit

All Other Planning Department Submittals

To apply for Administrative Site Plan, Commercial (or Multi Family Residential) Fence Permit, Landscape Plan review, Single Family Residential Construction (Tree Removals), Site Plan Review, Special Land Use, Street/Alley Vacation, Rezoning (including ODD, RUDD, MUCD, and conditional rezoning), OR to request a Zoning Letter, please see the required information below needed for each application type, and apply for a PZE Process through BS&A by clicking the button below.

Apply for a PZE Process Online

 

Commercial Fence Review
Commercial Fence Review

 

 

  • Landscape Plan
Landscape Plan Review
Landscape Plan Review
Single Family Residential Construction (Tree Removals)
Single Family Residential Construction (Tree Removals)
Site Plan Review
Site Plan Review

 

Street/Alley Vacation
Street/Alley Vacation
Zoning Review
Zoning Review

 

 

  • Sample Zoning Letter or Preferred Language

 

 

Zoning Letter Requests
Zoning Letter Requests