Building Setbacks & Zoning in Macomb County, MI (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Macomb County, Michigan.
Verified from official government sources
Setback Rules
Macomb County does not zone private land, so it sets no countywide building setbacks. Front, side, and rear yard minimums are established by each township, city, or village zoning ordinance under Michigan's Zoning Enabling Act.
Macomb County Building Setback Rules
Some RestrictionsMichigan Zoning Enabling Act, Act 110 of 2006, MCL 125.3201(1)
A local unit of government may provide by zoning ordinance for the regulation of land development and the establishment of 1 or more districts within its zoning jurisdiction which regulate the use of land and structures... to limit the inappropriate overcrowding of land and congestion of population, transportation systems, and other public facilities.
Structure Height Limits
Macomb County does not zone private land, so it sets no countywide building-height cap. Maximum building height and number of stories are established by each township, city, or village zoning ordinance.
Macomb County Structure Height Limits
Some RestrictionsMichigan Zoning Enabling Act, Act 110 of 2006, MCL 125.3201(1)
A local unit of government may adopt land development regulations under the zoning ordinance designating or limiting the location, height, bulk, number of stories, uses, and size of dwellings, buildings, and structures that may be erected or altered, including tents and recreational vehicles.
Building Setbacks & Zoning by City in Macomb County
2 cities in Macomb County have their own building setbacks & zoning rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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