• Retail Motor Fuel Outlet Licensing
The Michigan Department of Agriculture administers licenses to all retail motor fuel outlets that service the public of Michigan. Any establishment at which motor fuel is sold or offered for sale to the public is required to obtain a retail motor fuel outlet license. If you have any questions not answered by the links below, please contact the Consumer Protection Section at (517) 655-8202.

• SE Michigan Summer Time Gasoline in effect June 1
With the long awaited return of our Michigan summer comes the extra measures required to monitor ozone and reduce harmful smog levels in Southeast Michigan. The Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) is charged with enforcing ozone protection measures in accordance with Michigan's Motor Fuel Quality Act.

• Retail Motor Fuels Licensing Details & FAQ

• Attention all motor fuel wholesalers, common carriers and tanker drivers in Michigan
Section 5(6) of the motor fuels quality act P.A. 44 of 1984 was amended effective July 7, 2006. The amendment makes it clear that the distributor or refiner is the responsible party in ensuring a retailer has a valid retail motor fuel license issued by the department prior to their engaging in a business transaction with them.

• Michigan Department of Agriculture Gasoline Volatility Information 
Gasoline is composed of a variety of ingredients that evaporate at different temperatures. The faster vaporizing components evaporate at lower temperatures then the slower vaporizing components. Michigan has established standards for gasoline volatility.

• Ethanol Blend Retail Guidance Document
Provides recommended practices for stations selling ethanol blends to engage in to avoid phase separation

• Motor Fuel Quality: Retailer Risk Assessment Information 

• How to Apply for a Motor Fuel Retail Outlet License
Before a person or business transfers, sells, dispenses or offers for sale motor fuel in the state of Michigan, they must obtain a license from the Michigan Department of Agriculture.

• Application for Motor Fuel Retail Outlet License 

• Renewal Application for Motor Fuel Retail Outlet License 

• Request for Replacement License