Licenses & Permits
Business License
Business licenses are required for all businesses operating within the City with the exception of those that are licenses through the State of Michigan. License fees vary with the business and must be renewed every year (December 31st).
Download Business License Application
Garage Sale Permits
Garage Sale licenses are also required by City Ordinance and cost $10.00. All households are allowed up to two garage sales per year.
Download Garage Sale Permit Application
Other Licenses
Licenses that do not require Council approval are listed below:
| Permit/License Name | Fee(s) | Application |
|---|---|---|
| General Retail | $50.00 | Download |
| Restaurant | $80.00 - $200.00 | Download |
| Gas Station w/Convenience Store | $120.00 | Download |
| Hotels/Motels | $200.00 | Download |
| Banquet Halls | $200.00 - $300 | Download |
| Amusement Distributor Fee | $150.00 | Download |
| Mechanical/Amusement Device | $25.00/per machine | Download |
| Pool Table | $10.00/per machine | Download |
| Jukebox | $10.00/per machine | Download |
| Going Out of Business | $100.00 (with inventory list and dates of sale) | |
| Snow Plow | $20.00 | Download |
| Landscaping | $20.00 | Download |
| Sign Hangers | $100.00 (with proof of insurance) | Download |
| Taxi Cab | $50.00 per cab with police inspection, proof of license of driver | Download |
Licenses/Permits that require Council approval are listed below:
| Permit/License Name | Fee(s) | Application |
|---|---|---|
| Curbside pick-up | $50.00 | Download |
| Ice Cream Vendors | $100.00 per truck (with police inspection) | Download |
| Door-to-Door Distribution of Flyers | $500.00 | Download |
| Door-to-Door Solicitation | $500.00 | Download |
| Sale of Fireworks | $50.00 (with Fire Department approval and $5 Million bond) | Download |
| Block Party | FREE (with form containing residents signatures) | Download |