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Department-of-Roads

Natural Beauty Roads

Natural beauty roads preserve in a natural, essentially undisturbed condition, certain county local roads that feature outstanding or unusual natural beauty by virtue of native vegetation and natural features within or associated with the road right of way.

Natural beauty roads preserve in a natural, essentially undisturbed condition, certain county local roads that feature outstanding or unusual natural beauty by virtue of native vegetation and natural features within or associated with the road right of way.

Macomb County is filled with many amazing scenic views on our rural roads. Is there a road in Macomb County that has significant native vegetation that is worth showcasing in our region? If you’d like to learn more about natural beauty roads or are interested in applying for a natural beauty road designation, below is additional information and resources.

Natural Beauty Road Petition Form

Natural Beauty Roads Act 451

Macomb County Natural Beauty Roads Guidelines

Macomb County Natural Beauty Roads Map

Please note: The natural beauty road application and approval process does not have a bearing on road paving or land development projects adjacent to the roadway. The designation of a road as a natural beauty road does not affect or restrict the activities or jurisdiction of MCDR to maintain the roadway. MCDR and utility companies have the right to control vegetation related to the installation, maintenance, repair, or replacement of utility facilities or to perform construction, maintenance, repair, or replacement of public utilities crossing a natural beauty road.