Anoka County, MN Building Setbacks & Zoning: Structure Height Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Accessory max height
- 20 feet
- Or principal height
- Whichever is lower
- Exceed principal building?
- No (except farms)
- Accessory before house?
- Not allowed
- Who sets height limits
- City, not county
Summary
Building height limits inside Anoka County cities are set by city zoning under Minn. Stat. §462.357. In Coon Rapids an accessory structure cannot exceed 20 feet, or the height of the principal house, whichever is lower.
An accessory structure cannot exceed 20 feet or the height of the principal structure, whichever is the lesser of the two.
Full Breakdown
Maximum structure height is a city zoning matter in Anoka County, not a county rule. In Coon Rapids, an accessory structure cannot exceed 20 feet or the height of the principal structure, whichever is the lesser of the two, and it may not exceed the height of the principal building (except on a farm tied to a farming operation). Principal-dwelling height is governed by the underlying low-density residential (LDR) district standards. Accessory structures also may not be built before the principal building, and larger ones over 200 square feet need a permanent concrete slab. Verify principal-building height with your city's planning division.
Violations & Fines
An over-height accessory structure can be denied a permit or ordered altered/removed; building an accessory structure before the principal building is expressly prohibited.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall can a shed or detached garage be in Coon Rapids?
Does the county cap building height?
Sources & Official References
Other rules in Anoka County
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