Accessory Structures in Champaign County, IL (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Champaign County, Illinois.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Champaign County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Shed & Carport Rules
Champaign County requires detached sheds and other accessory buildings on unincorporated land to sit at least 5 to 10 feet off the side and rear lot lines depending on the zoning district, with front yards following the same setback line as the main house, under Zoning Ordinance Section 7.2.
Champaign County Shed Setback Rules
Some RestrictionsChampaign County Zoning Ordinance § 7.2.1, § 7.2.2
7.2.1 AG-1, AG-2 and CR DISTRICTS... B. SIDE YARD No DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDING or STRUCTURE shall be located less than 10 feet from any side LOT LINE. C. REAR YARD No DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDING or STRUCTURE shall be located less than 10 feet from any REAR LOT LINE. 7.2.2 R-1, R-2, R-3 and R-4 DISTRICTS... B. SIDE YARD No DETACHED ACCESSORY BUILDING or STRUCTURE shall be located less than fiv...
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