Accessory Structures in Rankin County, MS (2026)
2 rules for unincorporated Rankin County, Mississippi.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Rankin County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
ADU Rules
Rankin County allows one accessory dwelling unit per parcel as a conditional use in certain residential and agricultural zones, but it must be site-built, smaller than the main house, and permitted by the Health Department.
Rankin County Accessory Dwelling Unit Rules
Significant RestrictionsRankin County Zoning Ordinance, Art. IV, § 401.06
401.06 Accessory Dwelling Unit: A secondary dwelling unit may be considered as a conditional use in certain residential and agricultural districts; however, there may be only one such structure per parcel, which must be site built, conformed to the building code and permitting process as adopted by the Board of Supervisors, receive a wastewater permit from the ...
Shed & Carport Rules
Rankin County requires accessory buildings like sheds, garages, and workshops to sit behind the front plane of the main house and at least 10 feet from the side and rear property lines, countywide in unincorporated areas.
Rankin County Accessory Building Setback Rules
Some RestrictionsRankin County Zoning Ordinance, Art. IV, § 401.05
401.05 Accessory Structures or Uses: Accessory structures or uses must be located to the side or rear of the main structure or use; and therefore, are prohibited from placement in the required front yard and ahead of the front plane of the main structure or use. An accessory structure or use must be also located at least 10 feet from the side and rear property line...
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