Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Rules for Unincorporated Otsego, MI

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ADU Rules

What can you build in Unincorporated Otsego, MI?

Unincorporated Otsego, MI follows state and local rules for Accessory Dwelling Units. Here is a concise overview of the local rules.

Eligibility

–Internal / Attached ADU: Not addressed in the local bylaw
–Detached ADU: By Right

Max Units

–R1 and R2: 1 detached guest house per lot

Parking

–2 spaces/ADU; no max. Main Street MUZ parking is exempt from other requirements; no ADU-specific provisions; countywide general dwelling requirement applies.

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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ADU rules in other Michigan municipalities

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