Resident
Getting settled in a new town can be a challenge! Even long-time residents may need help finding resources from time to time. This page can help you get started. Take a look through the rest of our Web site as well. It contains a lot of useful information about the city and the services we provide.
Alarm Systems
If you have a burglar or fire alarm system, the City of McKinney requires an Alarm Permit that must be renewed annually.
Burglar alarm application
Keith long, 972-547-2802
klong@mckinneytexas.org
Fire alarm application
Micki Lewis, 972-547-2879
mlewis@mckinneytexas.org
City of McKinney Contact Information
The City of McKinney offers many different services from many different locations and departments. Use the Contact Us page to locate the contact information you need.
City Council District Locator
Find your City Council District and Representative. Just enter your address on the interactive map.
Community Profile
McKinney, Texas, is unique by nature. As the fastest-growing city in the U.S., McKinney has a current population of 126,000. Incorporated in 1848, McKinney celebrates its 161st birthday this year. It is located 30 miles north of Dallas and is the county seat of Collin County. McKinney offers rolling hills, lush trees, a historic downtown square and unique neighborhoods and developments.
More Information
Driver's License Changes
Texas Department of Public Safety
400 Powerhouse Street
McKinney, TX 75069
214-733-5350
Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
You can get more information and take care of some things online at www.texasonline.com
HOAs
The City of McKinney has a number of neighborhoods with HOAs. We maintain a list on our HOA page. This information changes frequently, so some entries may be out of date.
Maps
City Buildings, parks and streets can be located on the interactive map available on-line.
Permits
You can see a list of available permits on the City of McKinney Web site.
Taxes
View current city, MISD, county and college taxes.
Utilities (City of McKinney)
Find information about your city utilities, set up online bill-pay and understand your bill.
Vehicle Registration
Contact the Collin County Tax Assesor/Collector for vehicle registration issues.
2300 Bloomdale Rd.
McKinney, TX 75071
972-547-5020
Open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Find more information online at www.txdmv.gov.
Voter Registration
Take advantage of your right to vote by registering at your new address.
Watering Restrictions
The City of McKinney has year-round watering restrictions for automated watering – sprinker systems and hose-end sprinklers. You can water by hand anytime. The automated watering schedule is based on your trash day.
Utilities
Cable
Electric
For more information about electricity deregulation, please call the Public Utility Commission at 1-866-PWR-4-TEX
To log complaints with Public Utility Commission regarding electrical service, call 1-888-782-8477.
Gas
Your service provider may vary, according to your location:
Telephone
Your service provider may vary according to your location. To order new telephone service, move or change existing service at your home, call:
Trash and Recycling
- City of McKinney - 972-547-7550
- I.E.S.I. – 469-452-8000
- RDF (landfill) at Hwy 121 in Melissa – 972-837-4015
- Custer Road Transfer Station - 972-727-6341
Water
City of McKinney - 972-547-7550 or visit our Utility Billing site.
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