Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Kalamazoo, MI

Short-term rentals (rentals for periods under 30 days) are treated as rental housing/commercial enterprises and are only permitted in certain zoning districts; all short-term rentals must register and obtain a Certificate of Compliance under the City’s Housing Code and are subject to periodic inspections. A responsible local agent must be designated (must reside/work within approved zip codes or be approved by appeal). Kalamazoo County’s 5% Accommodation Tax applies to short-term rentals and must be reported/remitted.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Kalamazoo. 1) Register the property using the City’s Rental Registration & Certification Program (online at www.kalamazoocity.org/rentalregistration or via the City’s rental registration forms). 2) Designate a responsible local agent and schedule the required inspection with the City (contact: 269-337-8026); obtain a Certificate of Compliance after passing inspection. 3) Pay applicable registration/inspection fees per the City fee schedule and renew per the certificate term (certificates issued for 28, 40, or 52 months depending on compliance).

1) Register the property using the City’s Rental Registration & Certification Program (online at www.kalamazoocity.org/rentalregistration or via the City’s rental registration forms). 2) Designate a responsible local agent and schedule the required inspection with the City (contact: 269-337-8026); obtain a Certificate of Compliance after passing inspection. 3) Pay applicable registration/inspection fees per the City fee schedule and renew per the certificate term (certificates issued for 28, 40, or 52 months depending on compliance).