Information on constructing an accessory building
A building permit is required for any accessory building with an area greater than 200 SF. For building code questions, contact (PCI) Professional Code Inspections at 616-667-8803. Click here for a building permit application.
An accessory building shall be located in the rear yard of a parcel with a house, at least 10 feet from the house and the eave line at least 5 feet from the side and rear lot lines. A corner lot has a front yard on both streets and an accessory building cannot be located in a front yard.
If the accessory building has an area greater than 120 SF, it shall be architecturally similar to the house.
Only one accessory building is allowed on a parcel with a house.