Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Charlevoix, MI

Short-term rentals are categorized as Personal Units (limited to 28 days/year if owner is absent) or Business Units (capped at 80 in R-1 and R-2 zones). Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom plus two per finished floor, not exceeding 10 total. A local agent must be designated and their contact info posted on-site.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Charlevoix. 1. Contact the Zoning Administrator to submit a complete application; new applications are placed on a waiting list if caps are met. 2. Pay applicable fees ($300 for annual license plus registration fees). 3. Complete a safety inspection using International Property Maintenance Code standards and renew the license annually each December.

1. Contact the Zoning Administrator to submit a complete application; new applications are placed on a waiting list if caps are met. 2. Pay applicable fees ($300 for annual license plus registration fees). 3. Complete a safety inspection using International Property Maintenance Code standards and renew the license annually each December.