Frequently Asked Questions

All assessment information including pictures, sketches, and physical attributes of properties is available online.

Please contact the Department of Assessment at (734) 722-2000 ext 1014 or assessing@cityofwayne.com A staff member will be able to go over your assessment information with you and schedule a review of the property if necessary.

All mailing address changes must be done in writing. This can be completed with our online Change of Mailing Address Form.

All request for name changes (including removing a spouse and name changes due to marriage/divorce) must be submitted on a Property Transfer Affidavit (PDF).

If you continue to occupy the property as your primary residence, a new Principal Residence Exemption Affidavit (PDF) needs to be completed as well.

Both forms, if applicable, need to be completed and returned to the Assessor’s Office by mail, or in-person.

PLEASE NOTE: Submitting a Property Transfer Affidavit will only update tax records and NOT the deed of the property. Any changes to the legal ownership (deed) must be recorded with the Wayne County Register of Deeds office.

The City of Wayne does not maintain copies of surveys. Surveys are done through a private company and not maintained or recorded with the City. If you are aware of who may have surveyed your property previously, it is suggested you contact that surveyor to obtain a copy. If you require a new survey, the City is unable to recommend any particular surveyors.

Tax amounts and due dates can be obtained from the City Finance Department.