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Village of Benzonia Zoning Ordinance


This is the most current zoning ordinance, adopted 11/6/2023 

No lot or parcel of land, no existing building, structure, or part of a structure, no new building structure or part of a new structure shall be located, erected, constructed, reconstructed, altered or used for purposes other than the in conformity with provisions in this ordinance. 

All regulated trees and development in environmentally sensitive areas (steep slopes) requires a permit OR an exemption. Fences and sheds require permits. Driveways require permits. 


Cover of the Village Master Plan
Village Zoning Ordinance
When in doubt contact the Zoning Administrator BEFORE you ALTER anything.  
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AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY: 
​Call 911 for water line breaks or downed trees when the office is not open.
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Academy Park pavilion and ​Ice rink are both open to the public ​free of charge.
No reservations, ​
1st come, 1st serve.

The Village of Benzonia maintains this web-site to enhance public access to information. Content is for informational purposes only. In the case of any discrepancy between ​this version and the official hard copy, the official ​hard copy will prevail. ​Contact the Village of Benzonia with questions. Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

​Village of Benzonia
PO Box 223
1276 Michigan Ave.
​Benzonia, MI 49616
231-882-9981     
www.villagebenzonia.com
AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY: 
For water line breaks or downed trees
when the office is not open, call
​Benzie County Sheriff's Dept.  231.882.4484
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The Village of Benzonia is quaint, friendly and walkable. Close to Crystal Lake and Lake Michigan, it is home to delicious restaurants, shops, parks, and grocery stores plus a library and museum. Benzonia is perfect for living & visiting!

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  • Home
  • Residents
    • Hours and Staff
    • Payment Options
    • Calendar
    • Water Service
    • Helpful Tips
    • News of Note
    • CTVRS Program
    • Contact Us
  • Government
    • Village Council >
      • Minutes
    • Planning Commission >
      • Minutes PC
    • Planning and Zoning >
      • Ordinances
  • Documents
    • Master Plan
    • Capitol Improvement Plan
    • Zoning Ordinance
    • Village Maps
  • Community
    • History of Benzonia
    • Beautiful Benzonia
    • Academy Park
    • Academy Ice Rink
    • Parking
    • Helpful Links