Business

206 N Washington

206-210 N Washington

Available Local Incentives

The City of Ypsilanti offers a series of incentives to businesses, residents, and investors, and we can also assist in helping applicants receive incentives from county, state and federal government agencies.

Bid Opportunities

Access bids and RFPs for consultants, service providers, contractors, vendors, and suppliers.

Fee Schedule

The City Council periodically adopts a fee schedule. The fee schedule is an official list of all fees (also known as "user charges") for services (e.g., building inspections, liquor licenses, new business registrations, etc.) that are collected by the City.

Marijuana Facility Permit

Permit Center

View an extensive list of permits and licenses.

Peninsular Dam

Resources

We compiled a list of resources for business owners in Ypsi.

Property Search

Search property records through the BS&A portal

Starting, Expanding or Relocating Your Business

The process for starting, expanding or relocating a business does vary based on the business type and location, but the overall process is similar.

Water Street Redevelopment Area

The Water Street Redevelopment area is a 38-acre, City-owned site adjacent to Historic Downtown Ypsilanti, between Ann Arbor and Detroit Metro Airport (DTW).

Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority

The Mission of the Ypsilanti Downtown Development Authority is to undertake district-wide improvements that have a positive economic, physical, aesthetic, and community impact in each of our four districts, including, attracting new businesses, retaining and growing existing businesses, and attracting residents and visitors.

Zoning Ordinance & Zoning Maps

The City of Ypsilanti zoning map and zoning ordinance reflect the goals of the most recently adopted City Master Plan.