Detroit. Paint Color Restrictions?? Not an historic neighborhood.

[Christine Johanns]

I purchased my second property in Detroit. CUTE and in good shape 3 BR Cape Cod (aka bungalow to Detroit folk)  I want to paint it a lovely colonial blue with white trim. Very simple. My agent/Property Mgr told me that all of Detroit has restrictions on house COLORS? In a Historic area I get it.  The shade I like is nothing crazy or bold. It's very "Pottery Barn-Ish"  He told me you need a PERMIT to paint something besides white, or beige etc??? Is this true?  I'm so disappointed.  Currently, it's an ugly faded gray. Any non sarcastic input is appreciated :)  attached is the Color I like. (NOT the actual house) hahaha