Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Saugatuck, MI

STRs are allowed only pursuant to a city-issued annual license with zoning-district caps in specified R-1 districts (caps enumerated for several Peninsula and Maple Street districts); maximum occupancy is 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 per finished floor (not to exceed 12) and visitors limited to 1.5× occupants (7:00am–11:00pm); advertising must display the STR license number; local agent within 25 miles required and rental property insurance is mandatory. Fire inspection and compliance with city zoning, noise, trash, and parking rules are required; Good Neighbor Guide must be posted in each STR.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Saugatuck. 1) Complete and submit the City’s STR License Application (city accepts mail, email, or in-person submissions) with the stated annual application fee ($540.00) and required attachments (proof of ownership/authorization, floor plan, occupancy, parking plan, proof of insurance, completed Saugatuck Township Fire District inspection certificate). 2) The Saugatuck Township Fire District will perform an annual fire inspection (applicant must submit approved inspection certificate; reinspection fee stated $175.00). 3) City staff review for completeness and ordinance compliance; upon approval the City issues a one-year Short-Term Rental License.

1) Complete and submit the City’s STR License Application (city accepts mail, email, or in-person submissions) with the stated annual application fee ($540.00) and required attachments (proof of ownership/authorization, floor plan, occupancy, parking plan, proof of insurance, completed Saugatuck Township Fire District inspection certificate). 2) The Saugatuck Township Fire District will perform an annual fire inspection (applicant must submit approved inspection certificate; reinspection fee stated $175.00). 3) City staff review for completeness and ordinance compliance; upon approval the City issues a one-year Short-Term Rental License.