City Ordinances
Charter & Code of Ordinances (excludes Zoning Ordinance)
Zoning
There are many zoning districts within the City that have different requirements for front and side yard setbacks, building height, lot size, etc. Before you decide to add a garage or addition to your home, you will want to check on the zoning requirements for your property.
Grand Haven Zoning Map (Illustrates what zoning district each property within the City is zoned)
Code Enforcement
The Planning and Community Development Department strives to achieve voluntary compliance with the City's Codes through a process of notification and education. In collaboration with the Grand Haven Department of Public Safety, our department enforces housing, zoning, and property maintenance violations with the ultimate goal of improving and maintaining property values and the quality of life in the City of Grand Haven.
To report a public nuisance for Code Enforcement investigation, please call 616-847-3490 or send an email including the address of the property in question and the reason for the complaint to kkeery@grandhaven.org