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BUSINESS LICENSING INFORMATION

LICENSING STEPS

1. Application at the Clerk's Office, Eastpointe City Hall, (586) 445-5026 ext. 2202 (download Business License application form) (Requires "Acrobat Reader," available as a free download from the Adobe website.)

2. Building Inspection Appointment, Building Department, Eastpointe City, Hall, (586) 445-5010

The “Business License Application” is the first step in the licensing process. The application must be filled out in its entirety. The application will not be processed if incomplete. Important information is requested that the Police and Fire & Rescue Departments utilize in case of an emergency. Fees are collected at time of application based on the type of business in accordance with the “General Licensing Fee Schedule” adopted by City Council. (See General Licensing Fee Schedule section.)

The application requires several departmental approvals. The Clerk's Office will notify the Finance Department to verify that no personal property taxes are due for subject location. Generally, this is only of concern when a business changes ownership and the equipment from the prior business owner remains at the location with the new owner.

The new business applicant's second step is to immediately contact the Building Department either by telephone at 445-5010 or by stopping at Eastpointe City Hall TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR AN INSPECTION. The Building Department will collect an inspection fee for the building inspection and will also collect the Fire Marshall inspection fee. The Building Department must issue a Certificate of Occupancy before a business license can be issued.

The business applicant can contact the Eastpointe Fire Mashal to schedule an inspection.  The Fire Marshal will notify the Clerk's Office of the results of the inspection. Approval must be granted before a license will be issued.

The Clerk’s Office will inform the new business applicant of any departmental disapproval’s. NOTE: Do not open your business until you have received your license.

Machines must also be licensed. Refer to Mechanical Amusement Devices and Coin-Operated Devices section for specific rules and regulations.

DUTIES OF LICENSEE

Every licensee shall post and maintain the license issued at the location in a place where it may be seen at all times.

Every licensee shall permit all reasonable inspections of the business location and, at all times, comply with the laws and regulations applicable to such business and all applicable ordinances and regulations of the City.

Every licensee shall properly display license stickers on all machines at the business location. Refer to Mechanical Amusement Devices and Coin-Operated Devices Section for licensing information.

Chapter 802 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides all information on business regulation and taxation code. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk’s Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

Contact the Clerk’s Office at (586) 445-5026 ext. 2202 for assistance in obtaining your business license.

LICENSE RENEWALS

Business Licenses expire on June 30th of each year.

Renewal applications are mailed in May of each year to all businesses that were licensed the previous year.

All Personal Property Taxes and any past due amounts (including false alarm bills) owed to the City must be paid before a license is issued, including false alarm bills. Courtesy letters are sent in April to any business delinquent reminding them that in order to renew their business license all personal property taxes must be paid in full at the Macomb County Treasurer's Office. Past due amounts owed to the City must be paid in full at the Finance office.

A license that is not renewed by June 30th is assessed a 50% late fee penalty for each month late in addition to the regular license fee.

Several reminder letters are sent to businesses that have allowed their license to lapse before the matter is turned over to the City Attorney for legal action.

Chapter 802 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City Of Eastpointe” provides all information on business regulation and taxation code. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

Contact the Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext. 2202 with any specific questions you may have relative to your business license renewal.

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MISCELLANEOUS LICENSES

AUCTIONEER LICENSE

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Eastpointe requires an auctioneer license be obtained before the selling of any personal property at public auction. The licensed auctioneer shall operate a public auction room or sell goods at public auction from Monday through Saturday of any week between the hours of 8:00 AM and 10:30 PM.  No public auction shall be conducted on Sunday. The auction can not take place in any street, alley or public place in the City. This license does not apply to the sale of goods and merchandise under legal process or upon foreclosure. The City Clerk shall waive the surety bond requirement and deposit requirement for nonprofit organizations, and said nonprofit organizations must comply with the requirements of Section 806.01 of the city code of ordinances. Contact the Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for specific assistance.

Chapter 806 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides specific details on the sale of jewelry, substitution of articles, fraud, minors, etc. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

APPLICATION AND COST

Application for an auctioneer license may be made in the Eastpointe Municipal Offices, Clerk's Office, Room 6. The auctioneer's place of residence and place of business is required in the application process. Also required:

$70.00 Fee

$3,000 Surety Bond (conditioned for observance of city ordinances)

Nonresident of the City shall deposit $1,000 with the Finance Director (this deposit will be held until the payment of all City taxes owing)

POSTING REQUIREMENTS

An identification card will be issued by the Clerk's Office stating the date and time the auction is to be held. A photocopy of this card shall be posted in a conspicuous place so that it can be readily seen. Also posted with the above photocopy, for public inspection, a copy of Chapter 806, Auctioneers.

Contact the City Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for assistance in obtaining an auctioneer's license.

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BICYCLE LICENSE

GENERAL INFORMATION AND COST

Bicycle licenses are issued in four-year cycles. A license may be purchased at any time and the cost pro-rated according to the years remaining in the cycle. The four-year cycle began with the license in 2005 at a cost of $1.00. A license purchased in 2006 will cost 75 cents, in 2007 will cost 50 cents, and in 2008 will cost 25 cents. All licenses will expire December 31, 2008.

APPLICATION

Application for a bicycle license can be made at the Eastpointe City Hall, Clerk's Office. The following information will be required:
 

Name, address and telephone number of owner

Bicycle make, color, size, serial number and whether boys or girls model
 

Contact the City Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for assistance in obtaining a bicycle license.

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GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALE LICENSE

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Eastpointe requires a Going Out of Business Sale license. A “going out of business sale” means any sale described as such or described as “closing out sale,” “liquidation sale,” “lost our lease sale” or “forced to vacate sale,” held in such a manner as to indicate that upon disposal of the goods the business will cease at the location where the sale is conducted.

Chapter 828 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides specific information. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

APPLICATION AND COST

Application for a Going Out of Business Sale may be made in the Eastpointe City Hall, Clerk's Office.

Going Out of Business Sale License Application
(Requires "Acrobat Reader," available as a free download from the Adobe website.)

The license fee is $50.00 and is valid for 30 days from the start of the sale. The license applies only to location specified and may not be transferred or assigned. The license may be renewed not more than twice for a period not to exceed 30 days for each renewal. The application meets all provisions required of M.C.L.A. 442.211, Regulation of Certain Sales.

Contact the City Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for assistance in obtaining this license.

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ICE CREAM VENDOR LICENSE

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Eastpointe requires all persons selling ice cream from a vehicle obtain an ice cream vendor license. Pushcarts and bicycles are prohibited. Sales are allowed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sales are not allowed on Kelly Road, Gratiot Avenue, Eight Mile Road, Nine Mile Road or Ten Mile Road. Sales are not allowed within 500 feet of any school entrance between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., when school is in session. Parking on school property or public park property is allowed where proper permission is granted.

Chapter 836 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides specific information on all requirements especially lighting, required signage, and noise (music/bell). This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

APPLICATION AND COST

Application for an ice cream vendor license may be made in the Eastpointe City Hall, Clerk's Office. The following requirements must be met before a license will be issued:

Each/every operator of any ice cream vending vehicle must be licensed.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must submit on Police Department forms certificate of good character from two reputable residents.

Must submit on Police Department forms statement with various information including prior convictions.

Each/every ice cream vending vehicle pass an annual safety inspection:

Brakes
Frame and suspension system
Fuel and exhaust systems
Steering
Transmission
Engine
Wheels, rims and tires
Windshield washers, wipers and defroster
Headlights, tail lights, brake lights and clearance and marker lamps
Horn

Must complete and submit Ice Cream Vendor Application
(Requires "Acrobat Reader," available as a free download from the Adobe website.)

The cost of a license for first vehicle & driver is $35.00. Each additional driver is $20.00.

The cost of the Police Department Safety Inspection is $35.00 (per vehicle).

Re-inspection cost is $35.00 (per vehicle).

POSTING REQUIREMENT

Each ice cream vending vehicle will be issued a sticker that must be placed on the drivers left lower windshield. Each and every operator must carry their license with photograph issued to them while operating an ice cream vehicle. The Eastpointe Police Department, for the safety of our children, will enforce these requirements.

Contact the City Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for assistance in obtaining this license.

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PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS LICENSE

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Eastpointe requires any person selling goods or taking orders for delivery in the future “door to door” be licensed. A food item would also require a food handler card obtained from the Macomb County Health Department prior to a license being issued.

Chapter 856 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides specific rules and regulations that must be followed. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

APPLICATION AND COSTS

Application for a peddler's license may be made in the Eastpointe City Hall, Clerk's Office. The following is required:

Completed application (includes list or general description of goods to be sold)

Two recent photographs

Applicant's fingerprints taken and kept on record by Police Department (fingerprinting fee is $15.00)

Signed hold-harmless agreement

Certificate of insurance naming the City of Eastpointe as "additional insured"

See General Licensing Fee Schedule for three-day or ninety-day license fee and renewal fee cost

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SNOW REMOVAL SERVICE PERMIT

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Eastpointe requires that any person who for hire operates any snow removal equipment of a scraper or plow-type operated by a motor-driven vehicle obtain an annual permit. Snow removal permits expire on September 30 of each year and are not transferable during the permit time. Operators of snow removal equipment should not deposit snow onto any public right of way or allow snow to accumulate in such a manner as to obstruct the view of drivers or pedestrians. The Department of Public Works and Service and the Police Department will enforce these regulations.

Chapter 870 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides specific information on snow removal regulations. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

APPLICATION AND COST

Application for a Snow Removal Permit may be made in the Eastpointe City Hall, Clerk's Office.

Snow Removal Permit
(Requires "Acrobat Reader," available as a free download from the Adobe website.)

The cost for a permit is $15.00 per vehicle. Each vehicle licensed will be issued a sticker that must be placed on the drivers left lower windshield.

Contact the City Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for assistance in obtaining this permit.

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TAXI CAB LICENSE

GENERAL INFORMATION

The City of Eastpointe requires that any person who operates upon the streets of the City any taxicab for hire obtain a license. The license cannot be issued until City Council has approved the need for the service for public convenience and necessity and issued a certificate certifying such. City Council approves the number, kind, type, equipment and schedule of rates to be charged. The Clerk's Office then issues and renews the license each year thereafter.

Chapter 872 of the “Codified Ordinances of the City of Eastpointe” provides detailed information on the rules and regulations for taxicabs. This ordinance can be reviewed at the Clerk's Office at City Hall, or in the Library, or a copy may be obtained for the cost of current copy fees.

APPLICATION AND COST

A license application may be made in the Eastpointe City Hall, Clerk's Office. Contact the Police Department for vehicle inspection, insurance requirements, and driver's licensing/badge identification.

The fee for a taxicab license:

Clerks-License (annual-per vehicle) $30.00
Police Department Safety Inspection (annual per vehicle) $35.00 Police Department Re-inspection (per vehicle) $30.00

Contact the City Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5026 ext 2202 for assistance in obtaining this license. The Eastpointe Police Department may also be contacted for information at (586) 445-5100.

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City of Eastpointe Precinct Map

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VOTER REGISTRATION

New residents may register to vote at the City Offices or at any Secretary of State Branch Office (SOS).  Registration forms may also be obtained from the Macomb County Clerk via fax, 24 hours per day, by calling toll free 1-888-99-CLERK.  Request document 6590.

The Qualified Voter File (QVF), placed into use in 1998, is a database which ties Michigan's 1,515 cities and townships to a statewide voter registration file maintained in Lansing.

If you have any questions regarding whether you are qualified to register to vote in the City or where to vote, please contact the Clerk's Office at (586) 445-5027 ext 2200.

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