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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Rochester Hills, MI (2026)

1 verified zoning overlays & bonuses rules for Rochester Hills, Michigan, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Downtown Design Guide

Rochester Hills has no separate downtown, but the BD Brooklands District zoning chapter imposes a full building-design code on any facade fronting a public street, alley, or residential district. Buildings need a cap element, storefront glazing, and defined material ratios, enforced through site plan review by the Planning Commission.

Rochester Hills BD District Design Standards

Some Restrictions

Rochester Hills Zoning Ordinance § 138-6.303

The following standards apply to all building facades fronting a public street, alley, or residential district. A.Building Elements.1.Buildings must include a top or cap element, such as a parapet, cornice or similar feature.2.The edge of each distinguishable storefront shall be defined by a vertical design element.3.Horizontal expression lines shall define stories of the building. ... B.Buildi...

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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Oakland County