It is unlawful to burn rubbish of any kind, other than papers, paper goods, cardboard or leaves, anywhere in the City except in a stove, furnace or incinerator inside a building.
 
It is unlawful to burn off leaves, grass or other vegetation from any vacant lot or unimproved field in the City without previously obtaining a permit to do so from the Fire Chief of the City of Dexter.

To determine if property is located within the City Limits or to obtain an address for a new building or existing structure or lot, call city hall at 573-624-5959.
 

Permits are required to:
-Construct a building
-Alter or remodel a building
-Repair a building
-Move a building
-Demolish a building
-Adding or replacing a deck
-Adding or replacing a wheelchair ramp
-Build a fence
-Put up commercial tents
-Put up an accessory/storage building
-To set up a mobile home
-Build a Pool

Yes, however please contact the code enforcement officer for restrictions.
573-624-5512

No. Citizens are allowed 3 yard sales per month per household. No signs are permitted on city property.

Call the Police Department at (573) 624-5512 press 1 for Dispatch and request the Code Enforcement Officer.

For Building and Structure Code Violations call City Hall at (573) 624-5959.