ADUs are allowed in Chester Township (Eaton)Types:DetachedInternal
Types:DetachedInternal
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Chester Township (Eaton), MI
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# of Properties
661
Owner-occupied
74%
Zoning districts
7
Median Lot Size
3.13 acres
Avg Income
$74,342
Residential Types:
661 housing units
RESIDENTIAL-IMPROVED
100%
Zoning Districts:
1,011 parcels · 7 districts
LA
95%(959)
R1
3%(26)
R2
2%(19)
C1
0%(2)
Other
0%(5)
ADU Rules
What can you build in Chester Township (Eaton), MI?
Chester Township (Eaton), MI follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.
Eligibility
- –Internal / Attached ADU: By Right
- –Detached ADU: By Right
Interior / Attached ADU Size Limits
- –Maximum size of 1,200 sq ft for an internal ADU, including any kitchen, sanitary facilities, and attached garage.
- –An internal ADU may not be larger than the principal dwelling; limit equals the principal dwelling’s size.
Detached ADU Size Limits
- –Maximum detached ADU size of 1,200 sq ft
- –Detached ADU cannot be larger than the principal dwelling’s building area
Owner Occupancy
- –Owner must occupy the principal dwelling.
Parking
- –2 spaces per ADU; no max; off-street parking on the same lot; reviewed when modified; no ADU-specific reductions/waivers.
Rental Restrictions
- –ADU cannot be rented at any time; short-term and long-term rentals prohibited
What's allowed on your lot?
These are the municipality-wide rules. What's allowed on a specific property also depends on state laws, setbacks, floor area ratio, lot coverage, environmental constraints, topography, and other property-specific factors. Search your address on FutureLot to see what's allowed on your property.
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Eaton County
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