1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
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Washtenaw County, MI does not regulate residential fence heights. Under the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act (MCL 125.3101 et seq.), fence height, setbacks, and materials are the exclusive authority of each city, village, and township. Ann Arbor City Code Chapter 104 (Fences) sets specific limits: fences in the front 25-40 feet must be under 30 inches and less than 50% opaque, middle-yard fences are capped at 6 feet (80% opacity max), and rear yard fences may go to 8 feet. A building permit is required for any fence over 6 feet. Pool barriers must comply with the Michigan Residential Code (48-inch minimum). Always check your municipal building/zoning department before installing.
1 cities in Washtenaw County have their own fence regulations rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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