Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Benzonia, MI

STRs are allowed in any residential zone but are capped at 20 (potentially 30) total permits. Occupancy is limited to 2 per bedroom plus 2 per story, or capped at 6 people for parcels under 1 acre and 10 people for parcels over 1 acre. Requirements include off-street parking, bi-annual renewals, and a local agent available 24/7.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Benzonia. 1. Submit a Short Term Rental Application to the Village Zoning Administrator including owner/agent contact info, bedroom count, and a parking sketch. 2. Pay the application fee and a bi-annual licensing fee as established by the Village Council. 3. Provide a certificate of general liability insurance and sign an affidavit acknowledging ordinance provisions. Permits must be renewed by October 31st of even-numbered years.

1. Submit a Short Term Rental Application to the Village Zoning Administrator including owner/agent contact info, bedroom count, and a parking sketch. 2. Pay the application fee and a bi-annual licensing fee as established by the Village Council. 3. Provide a certificate of general liability insurance and sign an affidavit acknowledging ordinance provisions. Permits must be renewed by October 31st of even-numbered years.