Build Siren tracks building permit activity in Dearborn, Wayne County and delivers it to local contractors as a daily, trade-filtered report — the exact project address, the permit description, the estimated value where Dearborn records it, whether a contractor is named, and a Premium / Strong / Usable lead score.
Permit activity in Dearborn
Dearborn’s established east- and west-side neighborhoods drive ongoing rehab, addition and replacement permits, and the city’s large institutional and commercial base — including major corporate and healthcare campuses — adds a steady commercial pipeline.
What contractors use Dearborn permit data for
- Roofing — Dearborn re-roof and tear-off permits (roofing leads)
- HVAC — furnace and A/C changeouts, commercial rooftop units (HVAC leads)
- Plumbing — water heaters, sewer and water service, repipes (plumbing leads)
- Electrical — panel upgrades, generators, EV chargers (electrical leads)
- Remodeling — kitchens, baths, basements, additions (remodeling leads)
- General contractors — new builds, additions, commercial build-outs (GC leads)
How to look up a building permit in Dearborn
Dearborn issues permits through its Building and Safety division; issued permits are public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Build Siren monitors Dearborn along with every other Wayne County community at once, so new permits reach you without checking portals yourself.
Nearby cities we cover
Detroit · Livonia — see all coverage areas.
Dearborn permit leads FAQ
Are Dearborn building permits public record?
Yes. Building permits filed with Michigan municipalities are public records available under the Michigan FOIA. Build Siren aggregates them so you do not have to file requests.
How fast will I see new Dearborn permits?
New activity is included in the next weekday morning’s report.
Can I get only Dearborn, not the whole county?
Yes — single-city territories are available. Availability is limited per trade.
What does it cost?
One trade starts at $99/month. See pricing.
Request Dearborn access — from $99/month. Call (248) 290-8979.