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What are the setback requirements for houses in Troy, Michigan?

Setbacks in Troy depend on your R-1 district (Section 4.06.C). For lots served by public sewer:

  • R-1A: front 40 ft, side 15 ft least one and 30 ft total, rear 45 ft.
  • R-1B: front 40 ft, side 10 ft and 25 ft total, rear 45 ft.
  • R-1C: front 30 ft, side 10 ft and 20 ft total, rear 40 ft.
  • R-1D: front 25 ft, side 8 ft and 20 ft total, rear 40 ft.
  • R-1E: front 25 ft, side 5 ft and 15 ft total, rear 35 ft.

The table has separate rows for lots without public sewer, with larger side yard requirements of 15 ft least one and 30 ft total (Section 4.06.C).

Corner lots and lots on major roads carry supplemental rules (Section 4.06.D). Confirm your district on the city zoning map or with the Planning Department at 248-524-3364.

Sources

Full text: Troy ordinance on city-hosted PDF. Applies to districts: R-1A, R-1B, R-1C, R-1D, R-1E.

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