Michigan § 247.186 - Public utility; placing poles, fixtures, wires, or cables.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 247.186 — Public utility; placing poles, fixtures, wires, or cables., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 247.186. Public utility; placing poles, fixtures, wires, or cables.
In no case shall any poles or other structures be placed above the ground or road grade between the curb or road shoulder lines, or closer than 15 feet from the center line of the roadway; and in no case shall any wires, cables or other fixtures be placed, or be permitted to remain, at less height than 15 feet above any part of the traveled portion of the road.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 247.186
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 247.186 cover?
Section 247.186 ("Public utility; placing poles, fixtures, wires, or cables.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 247.186?
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Is this the official text of Michigan law?
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