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Property Line Setbacks

Property Line Setbacks are regulations around the required minimum distance between buildings and property lines or streets. Property line setbacks can vary significantly depending on zoning, municipality, and the type of structure being built. Figuring out properly line setbacks on your own can involve determining the properties zoning district, consulting official ordinances, and calling the planning department. Homeowners should seriously consider hiring a deck builder with experience in property line setbacks, so they don’t have to worry about miscalculations.

The Green Shield Difference

Green Shield Deck Builders has an experienced permitting team that knows how to navigate property line setbacks in your area. Our permitters have worked in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio and know the subtle differences between each state, county, and city. In many locations our team can even negotiate on your behalf for access easements if needed for zero-lot line construction.

"Green Shield has the #1 Deck Permitting Team in the Nation. Every year Green Shield pulls more deck permits than any other deck builder in the nation."
- Adam Rought,
CEO & Founder

Green Shield Process

Common Questions about Property Line Setbacks

  • Yes! Green Shield is known for handling permits for every project. Year round, our permitting department works with local municipalities to make sure your deck is safe, up to local ordinances, and inside your property lines. Permits can be a headache for homeowners and can cost $1000 or more on top of construction costs. Green Shield includes the cost of permitting in our flat rate quote, giving homeowners peace of mind.