District Business Liaisons

LASHAWNA MANIGAULT

Director

BRYAN DAVIS

District 1 DBL

TUNESIA TURNER

District 2 DBL

MD-ABDUL MUHIT

Associate Director, District 3 DBL

AFTAN MALONE

District 4 DBL

NIKKI DONALD

District 5 DBL

NANCY CEPEDA

District 6 DBL

SAMI ELHADY

District 7 DBL

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What is a District Business Liaison (DBL)?

District Business Liaisons, aka DBLs, help business owners navigate city processes, connect owners to resources, and inform policy and process improvements that benefit all Detroit small businesses.

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Connect with City Processes

City Compliance Guide

The City of Detroit Buildings, Safety Engineering and Environmental Department (BSEED) oversees business license, certificate of compliance, and permit processes for Detroit business owners. Here's what you need to know to stay in compliance.

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Open for Business Guide

There are 5 phases to opening your business in the City of Detroit. Whether you're signing a lease, purchasing a building, or working on construction, this guide will help you understand the processes involved.

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Starting a new building project?

The Detroit Development Resource Center's easy-to-navigate and straightforward online systems will allow you to submit plans and apply for building permits faster than ever before: schedule a preliminary plan review and learn where your project is permitted.

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Outdoor Dining Permits

Is your business interested in operating an outdoor dining area in Detroit this winter? Applications for the City of Detroit Open Detroit winter outdoor dining program are now available.

Program Guide