🚨 SCAM ALERT: Fraudulent Invoices Targeting Development Applicants

News Release Date
09-11-2025
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The City of Dickinson has been made aware of several fraudulent invoices being sent to individuals and businesses claiming to be from the City of Dickinson Planning & Zoning Commission.

 These fake invoices request large payments (example: $4,000) for “application & filing fees, zoning review, and administrative services” and even include a forged city staff name.

 đꑉ Important reminders

 â€˘ The City of Dickinson does not send invoices like this for planning, zoning, or permitting fees.

• All legitimate payments for development applications are made directly through the City of Dickinson’s online payment process at the time of application submittal (no other development fees will be required after initial payment) — never by email or third-party request.

• If you receive one of these documents, do not send money.

 đź“„ An example of this fraudulent invoice is shown below so residents can recognize and avoid it.

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