Accessory Structures in McCracken County, KY (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated McCracken County, Kentucky.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of McCracken County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Shed & Carport Rules
In the county's AG Agricultural District, accessory buildings like sheds may sit closer to property lines than the main house: four feet from the side line and eight feet from the rear, versus eight and 25 feet for the principal structure, under Code § 150.051(C). A residential accessory structure permit costs $0.10 per square foot with a $60 minimum under § 71.01(B)(5).
Shed & Accessory Building Rules, McCracken County
Some RestrictionsMcCracken County Code §§ 150.016, 150.051(C), 71.01(B)(5)
ACCESSORY BUILDING AND USES. A subordinate building located on the same lot with the principal building, or a subordinate use of land, either of which is customarily incidental to the principal building or to the principal use of the land. ... (2) Residential uses: (a) Front yard: 30 feet; (b) Side yard: eight feet; four feet (accessory buildings). (3) Rear yard: 25 feet; eight feet (ac...
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