Building & Zoning
Port Austin Township is self-zoned. Building activity and/or changes in land use require conformity to the Township Zoning Ordinance and approval by our Zoning Inspector. In many cases, permits are required.
Zoning Ordinance
Article 1: Short TitlePDFArticle 2: Administration and EnforcementPDFArticle 3: Planning CommissionPDFArticle 4: Zoning Board of AppealsPDFArticle 5: Construction of Language and DefinitionsPDFArticle 6: Zoning Districts and MapPDFArticle 7: R-1 One Family Residential DistrictPDFArticle 8: R-2 Multi Family Residential DistrictPDFArticle 9: Reserved for Future UsePDFArticle 10: AG Agricultural DistrictPDFArticle 11: BUS General Business DistrictPDFArticle 12: Reserved for Future UsePDFArticle 13: IND IndustrialPDFArticle 14: Planned Unit DevelopmentPDFArticle 15: Condominium DevelopmentPDFArticle 16: Subdivision of LandPDFArticle 17: Wind Energy (Commercial & Private)PDFArticle 18: Area, Density, Bulk, Height, and Yard RequirementsPDFArticle 19: General ProvisionsPDFArticle 20: Violation, Penalties, and RemediesPDFArticle 21: SeverabilityPDFArticle 22: Amendment & SupplementPDFArticle 23: RepealPDFArticle 24: Effective DatePDF
Appendix of Illustrations
1. Basement & StoryPDF2. Building HeightPDF3. Building LinePDF4. Site Condominium TermsPDF5. Subdivision TermsPDF6. Floor AreaPDF7. Interior, Through, and Corner LotsPDF8. Basic Structural TermsPDF9. YardsPDF10. Side Yards Abutting a StreetPDF11. Locations of Driveways for Gasoline Service StationsPDF12. Distance Spacing for Multiple DwellingsPDF13. Parking LayoutsPDF