Chesterfield Brick Paving connects homeowners with independent local paving and hardscape contractors across Chesterfield Township and the surrounding communities of north Macomb County. Below are the main areas covered, with notes on local conditions that can affect a paving project. If your town is not listed, call anyway; contractors often work in neighboring communities too.
A note on rules: permit requirements, HOA guidelines and right-of-way rules differ from one community to the next and change over time. We do not list specific permit rules here. Always confirm with your local building department before starting a project, and ask your contractor who will handle any permits.
Chesterfield Township (48047 and 48051)
Chesterfield Township stretches from the Lake St. Clair shoreline and Anchor Bay inland across mostly flat ground. Much of it is the old lake plain, where native soil is dense clay that holds water. Many neighborhoods were built from the 1980s onward, so a lot of homes are reaching the age where original concrete driveways, walks and stoops are cracking and settling.
Paving notes for Chesterfield Township:
- Clay soil and drainage. Flat lots and slow-draining clay mean surface slope, base depth and fabric matter on every project. Ponding near houses is common on flat lots.
- Lakeshore and canal lots. Properties near Anchor Bay and the canals may have high water tables. Permeable pavers and underdrains are worth discussing; see permeable pavers.
- Subdivisions and HOAs. Many neighborhoods have associations with rules on driveways and exterior changes. Check before you design.
- Popular projects: backyard patios with fire pits, driveway replacements, front walks and steps.
Chesterfield Township homes span many styles, from brick ranches to two-story colonials and newer craftsman-style builds. Red clay brick pavers suit traditional brick homes, while gray and charcoal concrete pavers pair well with vinyl siding and stone accents. A contractor can bring samples to the visit so you can see them next to your house in daylight, which is the best way to choose.
New Baltimore
New Baltimore sits on Anchor Bay with an older downtown and lakefront neighborhoods, plus newer subdivisions inland. Older homes near the water often have small lots, narrow side yards and older concrete that is due for replacement.
- Access. Tight lots can make equipment access harder, which affects cost.
- High water and soil. Near-shore properties can have wet soil and seasonal high water.
- Historic look. Clay brick pavers in traditional patterns suit many older homes.
Lenox Township
Lenox Township, north of Chesterfield and New Haven, is more rural, with larger lots, farmland and homes on bigger parcels.
- Long driveways. Bigger lots often mean long driveways; many homeowners pave only the apron or a parking area near the house to control cost.
- Wells and septic. Rural lots may have wells and septic fields. Contractors need to locate and avoid them. MISS DIG 811 marks public utilities, not private lines like septic, so know where yours are.
- Drainage ditches. Roadside ditches and culverts at the driveway entrance may be governed by the road commission.
Macomb Township
Macomb Township, to the west, grew rapidly with many large subdivisions built from the 1990s onward. Homes are often larger with bigger backyards.
- Large patios and outdoor living. Backyard patios with seat walls, fire pits and grill areas are common requests.
- HOA rules are widespread in subdivisions.
- Builder-grade concrete from the original construction is aging, and many homeowners are upgrading to pavers.
Washington Township
Washington Township, in the northwest corner of the area, has more rolling terrain than the lake plain to the east, with wooded lots and some slopes.
- Retaining walls. Slopes create more demand for retaining walls, terraces and landscape steps. See retaining walls and seat walls.
- Varied soil. Soil can vary more from site to site.
- Larger lots with long walks and driveways.
Harrison Township
Harrison Township lies along Lake St. Clair to the south of Chesterfield, with many canal and lakefront homes plus inland neighborhoods.
- Lakefront conditions. High water tables, wet soils and exposure to wind and ice off the lake.
- Drainage. Permeable systems or good underdrains can help on low lots.
- Pool decks and outdoor living are popular on waterfront properties.
Ray Township
Ray Township, to the northwest, is largely rural with farmland and homes on larger parcels.
- Rural lots with long driveways, wells and septic fields.
- Larger outdoor spaces suited to big patios and fire pit areas.
- Contractor availability. Rural jobs farther from suppliers may involve more travel; ask about scheduling.
Ray Township's long country roads also mean driveway entrances often meet county roads, so ask about any rules for the section near the road.
Nearby Communities
Contractors in our network also commonly work in neighboring areas, including New Haven, Clinton Township, Shelby Township, and the City of Mount Clemens. Call to ask about your location.
What Is Common Across the Area
Even though each community is different, almost every paving project in north Macomb County deals with the same basic challenges:
- Freeze-thaw cycles every winter that punish weak bases and empty joints.
- Clay soil that drains slowly and heaves when frozen, especially on the lake plain.
- Road salt and snowplows on driveways and walks.
- Short building season from spring thaw into late fall, with contractors often busiest in late spring and early summer.
That is why we emphasize base depth, geotextile fabric, drainage and edge restraint on every service page.
Before You Dig
Michigan law requires a call to MISS DIG 811 at least three business days before digging so public utility lines can be marked. Your contractor normally handles this. Private lines such as sprinkler systems, low-voltage lighting, septic lines and gas lines to outbuildings are not marked by MISS DIG, so tell your contractor where they are.
Get a Free Quote in Your Area
Tell us your city or zip code and what you want built or fixed. We will pass your request to an independent local paving contractor who serves your area, and they will follow up with a visit and a written quote. Call the number at the top of the page or use the form.