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General Frequently Asked Questions

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1. What are your hours of operation?

City Hall is open during the following hours:
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2. Where is the City Dump located?

The City Dump is located off of Farmington Road, South of Inveterate 96, East onto Glendale.

For additional information, please call the Public Service Division at (734) 466-2655.

3. Are there any rules in regards to noise?

Loud, unnecessary or disturbing noise occurring between the hours of 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. is prohibited.

Please call (734) 466-2588 for additional information.

4. How do I dispose of hazardous waste?

You can call the Wayne County Department of Public Service at (734) 326-3936 for additional information.

5. How can I arrange to have a special pickup?

To arrange a special pickup, please call the Sanitation Department at (734) 466-2588.

6. Who do I contact to report a public nuisance?

Ordinance Enforcement will investigate anything that annoys, injures, or endangers the safety, health, comfort or repose of Livonia residents. Call (734) 466-2588 for more information

7. How can I monitor job postings and apply?

You can go to our online employment application center. You will find on that site a list of open positions, you can apply and you can even crate a user name and mark your areas of interest. When a position opens up in your area of interests you will be notified by email.

8. Where do I get a marriage license?

You can obtain a marriage license at the Wayne County Clerk, for additional information please call the Clerk's office at (313) 224-5514.

9. Where can I get a copy of my birth certificate?

All birth certificates for people born in the City of Livonia can be obtained in the City Clerk's office on the first floor of City Hall at:
33000 Civic Center Drive
Livonia, MI 48154

All Wayne County births are maintained by Wayne County.

10. Who is our water and sewer company?

The City of Livonia and Detroit Water and Sewer System is the main water and sewer company. You may call (734) 466-2650 for Water and Sewer Maintenance and Repairs or (734) 466-2278 for Water and Sewer Billing.

11. Where do I report potholes?

The Public Service Department patches potholes, settlements, etc and replaces deteriorated pavement sections and curbs, for additional information please call (734) 466-2655.

12. Do we have a Humane Society?

The City of Livonia does not have a Human Society, but it does have an Animal Control office, for additional information please call (734) 466-2655. The nearest Human Society is located in Westland at Marquette/Newburgh.

13. Who do I contact to have dead animals removed from the street?

Please contact Ordinance Enforcement by calling (734) 466-2588 to have dead animals removed from the street.

14. Where can I get a passport?

You can get a passport at the Post Office located at:
118000 Merriman
Livonia, MI 48154
Phone: (734) 425-8050

15. Who do I report junk vehicles to?

Unlicensed, inoperable, dismantled and/or abandoned vehicles are not allowed anywhere on private property unless housed within a garage, please call (734) 466-2588 to report violations.

16. How do I submit a Freedom of Information Act Request for Public Records?

To submit a Freedom of Information Act Request, please review the Law Department's page and fill out the Application (PDF).

17. Who is the main electric company in Livonia?

Detroit Edison is the energy provider for residential and commercial service. For additional information please call (800) 477-4747.

18. Who can I contact for assistance with problems or inquiries regarding our community?

Contact the Information and complaint center at (734) 466-2540.  Trained volunteers are on staff to assist you.  Deaf or hearing impaired residents can call the Telecommunication Device for the Deaf (TDD/TTY) line at (734) 421-2065.

19. Who is our natural gas company?

Consumers Energy is the main gas company that services Livonia. For additional information, please call (800) 477-5050.

20. Who replaces/repairs streetlights?

Detroit Edison handles our street light repair work. For additional information please call (800) 477-4747.

21. How do I know where my utility line runs?

To find out where your utility line runs, call Miss Dig at (800) 482-7171.

22. Where is Livonia City Hall located?

Livonia City Hall is on the southeast corner of Farmington Road and 5 Mile Road, at:
33000 Civic Center Drive
Livonia, MI 48154

23. What is the phone number to contact City Hall?

To contact City Hall please call (734) 466-2200.

24. How do I contact the Police Department?

To contact the Police Department, please call the following:

• Emergency Services Phone: 911
• Non-Emergency Services: (734) 466-2400

25. How do I file a claim against the city?

If a resident believes the City is responsible for any damages to their person or property, please call the city at (734) 466-2176.

26. How can I check on a business?

The Better Business Bureau can be reached by calling (248) 644-9100. The Livonia Chamber of Commerce can be reached by calling (734) 427-2122.

27. If I lost something on city property, is there a lost and found?

The City Centralized Lost and Found is located at the Civic Center Library, for additional information please call (734) 466-2491.

28. Where can I get working papers for my child

You may get working papers for your child at your local high school or at the Career Center on Newburgh Road, please call (734) 953-3900 for additional information.

29. Where is the post office located?

There are several mini post office stations located throughout Livonia, but there are only two major post offices:

• Merriman and Plymouth Road area
  11800 Merriman Road
  Livonia, MI 48150
  Phone: (734) 425-8052
• Newburgh and 8 Mile Road area
  375000 Pembroke Lane
  Livonia, MI 48152
  Phone: (734) 591-0987

30. How do I contact the Health Department?

To contact the Wayne County Health Department please call (313) 224-0810.

31. Where do I report missing or damaged street signs?

Contact the Public Service Department by calling (734) 466-2655 to report missing or damaged signs.  Street signs on major roads are maintained by Wayne County.

32. How do I contact Social Security?

You can contact Social Security by visiting their website or calling (800) 772-1213.

33. How do I contact the Secretary of State?

The Secretary of State can be reached by visiting the Secretary of State's website or calling (248) 476-4538.