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Updated: Feb 27, 2024
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The city of Birmingham is now live with InvoiceCloud. Please visit https://www.invoicecloud.com/CityofBirminghamMI to pay utility, tax, parking tickets, and other bills online. Please note that payments may not be posted to your account for up to three business days. Please call 248-530-1890 if you have questions about a payment. Visit InvoiceCloud Payment Information below for more.

If you would like to lookup your tax, utility bill, special assessment, etc. history, please visit www.bsaonline.com. Select "Click here to choose a municipality and get started." Search for Birmingham. You can lookup records by address, name, parcel number, or account number.

Follow the links below to learn more about online forms and payments.


What you should know about InvoiceCloud

This is a fee-based service. A convenience fee of 3.00% will be applied to all credit/debit card, PayPal products and Venmo payments with a minimum charge of $1.95 and $3.00 will be applied for EFT (Check) payments.  If you make a payment over the phone, there is an additional surcharge of $0.95 to use this service, along with the other service fees listed above.

There is no fee for auto pay using EFT (Check) for water bills and property tax payments. If you would like to make a fee free electronic transfer prior to the due date, the City has an electronic lockbox with Comerica Bank for property taxes and water bills.  You need to set up the City as a vendor on your on-line banking app and schedule a payment to the City.  There are two drop boxes located behind city hall where checks can be dropped off. Cash or checks can be used in city hall to avoid fees.

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Online Forms & Payments System and Instructions

Current City applications, permits and licenses have been transitioned to online submittals with online payment functions. Download instructions for completing and submitting City forms and applications.

General City Applications and Permits

Click on the Residential, Business and Property dropdowns below to access general City forms and permits.

Building Related Applications and Permits

Several Building Department applications are now available online. Electronic building plan submittals along with Planning and Engineering forms will be available online later this summer. Download instructions for completing and submitting Building Department applications.

Property Taxes, Utilities & Special Assessments

Online Payments: Use the link above to pay bills such as Property Taxes, Water Bills, Parking Tickets, Invoices and Special Assessments.

Phone Payments: You may make these payments over the phone by calling (866) 608-6092. If you make a payment by calling this number, there is an additional surcharge of $0.95 to use this service, along with the other service fees listed above.

Payments by Mail: You may also submit payments by mail for Invoices and Special Assessments to: City of Birmingham, Treasury Department, 151 Martin St., P.O. Box 3001, Birmingham, MI 48012-3001. You may also submit payments by mail for Water Bills to: City of Birmingham - Water, P.O. Box 671756, Detroit, MI 48267-1756. Payments for property taxes may be mailed to: City of Birmingham – Taxes, P.O. Box 671732, Detroit, MI 48267-1732. 

Drop Box: To pay in person, there is a drop box located behind City Hall. You may also visit the Treasurer's Office from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Parking Tickets

For Parking Tickets, use the link above to pay online or call (866) 608-6092. You may also pay your parking ticket by mail, or you may drop payment off after hours. If your parking ticket is due on a weekend or holiday, we will accept payment on the first business day after the due date. If you are mailing payment, mail to:  City of Birmingham, Treasury Department, 151 Martin St., P.O. Box 3001, Birmingham, MI 48012-3001.   Please do not send cash. Learn more about parking violations here.
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Residential8 documents

  • Bicycle License
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    Use this form to register your bicycle with the Birmingham Police Department. Police Department (248) 530-1870
  • Block Party Permit
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    Use this form if you wish to host a block party on your residential street. Police Department (248) 530-1870
  • Dog Park Pass Request
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    Use this form to request a dog park pass. Parks and Recreation (248) 530-1642
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request
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    Use this form to request documents from the City of Birmingham under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Pet License
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    Use this form to register your dog or cat with the City of Birmingham. Complete one form per animal. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Residential Parking Permit Renewal and Replacement Form
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    Use this form to renew or replace your residential parking permit or request guest passes. Police Department (248) 530-1870
  • Residential Vacation Check
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    Use this form to inform the Birmingham PD that you will be out of town and to provide contact information. Police Department (248) 530-1870
  • Tree and Shrub Permit
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    Use this form if you wish to plant a tree or shrub in the street right-of-way adjacent to your property. DPS (248) 530-1700

Business23 documents

  • Business Emergency Contact Information
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    Use this form to provide the Birmingham Police Department with emergency contact information for your business. Police Department (248) 530-1870
  • Childcare Operator License Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply to operate a child care center or an at-home day care in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Commercial Vendor Application for Athletic and Special Events
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    Use this form if you wish to be a vendor at a special or athletic event, peddle goods, or solicit donations. Clerk's Office (248)530-1880
  • Estate Sale or Auction Permit Application
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    Use this form to apply to hold an auction or estate sale in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Fire Hydrant Usage Permit
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    Use this form if you wish to use water from a fire hydrant in the City of Birmingham. DPS (248) 530-1700
  • Fire Prevention License Application
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    Use this form to apply for a Fire Prevention License and to list any flammable materials stored at your business. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request
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    Use this form to request documents from the City of Birmingham under the provisions of the Freedom of Information Act. Clerk's Office (248)530-1880
  • Frozen Confection Vendor License Application
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    Use this form to apply for a license to sell ice cream or other frozen treats in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Going-Out-of-Business Sale Application
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    Use this form to register a going-out-of-business sale. Clerk's Office (248)530-1880
  • Horse Drawn Carriage License Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply for a license to operate a horse drawn carriage in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Hotel/Motel License Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply to operate a hotel or motel in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Initial Merchants Application
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    Use this form before opening or operating a mercantile establishment in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Kennel License Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply to operate a dog kennel in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Open Parking Station Application
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    Use this form if you wish to open a parking station business. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Outdoor Dining Application Permit
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    Use this form to apply for an outdoor dining permit for your existing restaurant. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Pawn Shop Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply for a license to operate a pawn shop in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Precious Metals and Gems Dealer Application
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    Use this form to register to deal precious metals, gems, or other precious items. Police Department (248) 530-1870
  • Refuse Collection License Application
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    Use this form to apply for a refuse collection license in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Special Event Permit Application
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    Use this form to apply for a permit to host a special event in Birmingham's parks or public spaces. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Theatre License Application
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    Use this form to apply for a theatre license in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Tree Service Provider Registration
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    Use this form to register to provide tree service in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Valet Parking License Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply for a valet parking license in the City of Birmingham. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880
  • Vehicle Rental License Application
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    Use this form to renew or apply to operate a vehicle (motor or bicycle) rental business. Clerk's Office (248) 530-1880

Property9 documents

  • Conditional Rescission of the Principal Residence
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    Use this form to temporarily use the PRE on both a newly purchased home and your previous home while it is listed for sale. Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Declaration of Hardship & Request for Tax Relief Application
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    Use this form if you wish to apply to be eligible for full or partial exemption from taxation due to hardship. Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit
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    Use this form to designate the dwelling that you own and occupy as your permanent home for the purpose of the Principal Residence Exemption. Treasurer's Office (248) 530
  • Property Transfer Affidavit
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    Use this form whenever real estate or some types of personal property are transferred (even if you are not recording a deed). Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Request to Rescind Principal Residence
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    Use this form if you are selling your home to rescind your exemption. Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Small Business Property Tax Exemption Claim
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    Use this form if you wish to file for a small business property tax exemption claim. Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Summer Tax Deferment Application
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    Use this form to apply to defer your summer taxes until February 14. Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Taxpayer Name and Address Change Form
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    Use this form to change the address of the property owner and/or taxpayer that a property's tax bill should be sent to. Treasurer's Office (248) 530-1890
  • Water Billing Name and Address Change Form
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    Use this form if you wish to change your water billing name and/or address.

Recreation1 document

  • Play.bhamgov.org
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    Use this site to reserve a tennis court, request the Springdale pavilion, or request to host a fitness class in one of our parks. DPS (248) 530-1642