Published May 15, 2026

The annual Dearborn Spring Sweep, beginning Monday, May 18, 2026 and ends May 29th, underscores the City's commitment to maintaining well-kept neighborhoods. This program emphasizes the shared responsibility of residents and property owners in upholding community standards through property maintenance. 

During this designated two-week sweep, the City of Dearborn encourages all property owners to focus on enhancing the appearance and safety of their homes and property by addressing key areas of maintenance.

In preparation for the warmer months, inspections will focus on issues, including:

• Tall grass and overgrowth
• Trash
• Unauthorized storage or placement of items on lawns and curbs
• Business signage
• Property upkeep and maintenance
• Alley maintenance

Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud stated, “Dearborn Spring Sweep is a collective effort that enhances neighborhood and community pride. By working together to maintain properties, we contribute to a cleaner, safer, and more attractive city for everyone. ”

This comprehensive effort includes several aspects of property upkeep. 

• Residents are urged to comprehensively inspect and clean their yards, ensuring the removal of accumulated leaves, branches, and other winter debris.
• Lawns should be mowed and edged, and gardens should be tidied to present a neat and appealing area.
• Maintaining landscaping elements such as shrubs and trees, including pruning as necessary to ensure they are healthy and do not obstruct sidewalks.

The Spring Sweep initiative also highlights the importance of addressing the outside of buildings. Property owners are encouraged to inspect their homes and buildings for any signs of disrepair, such as peeling paint, damaged siding, or deteriorating roofing. 

Necessary repairs should help maintain the structural and visual appeal of the property. Special attention should also be given to the upkeep of driveways and walkways, ensuring they are free of cracks, potholes, and overgrown vegetation.

Inspectors are available to provide information and guidance to residents. This annual effort is intended to address common property maintenance issues with residents and notify property owners of ordinance violations when identified. Please note: violations are not tickets. It is only a notification about a violation, and it will list a direct phone number to speak with the inspector about next steps.

Many code enforcement violations contribute to other public health problems and nuisances. Overgrowth, for example, creates habitats for rodents, which may also attract predators.

In 2026, code staff implemented a new process for residents who receive a code violation. Beginning this year, residents are now responsible for letting the City know work was completed for any code violations. To do this, residents can email Code@Dearborn.gov, submit a response via a QR code or contact the phone number listed on the violation.

While ticketing is not the main focus of Spring Sweep, a citation may be given for blatant violations. 

Renault Arseneau, Dearborn’s Code Compliance Manager, explained, “Spring Sweep is an annual property maintenance program that addresses any concerns based on City ordinances. The program focuses on issues commonly reported by residents, and an  increased team presence will assist in identifying these concerns and communicating next steps.”

The City continues to enhance and refine enforcement practices. The City of Dearborn Code Enforcement team also tracks the number of notices or property maintenance guides handed out, the number of code issues resolved without a ticket, and more, during each seasonal Sweep.

For more information about property maintenance and guidelines, visit Dearborn.gov/Property. 
 

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