Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Union Pier, MI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Union Pier, MI, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are subject to a moratorium on new licenses until March 23, 2026; only existing 2025 licenses are eligible for 2026 renewal. All rentals require a permit, and new rentals must pass a mandatory inspection. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are subject to a moratorium on new licenses until March 23, 2026; only existing 2025 licenses are eligible for 2026 renewal. All rentals require a permit, and new rentals must pass a mandatory inspection.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Union Pier. 1. Submit a registration application and pay the $200 fee (currently only available for renewals of 2025 licenses). 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory rental inspection. 3. Renew annually by February 1st to avoid late fees.

1. Submit a registration application and pay the $200 fee (currently only available for renewals of 2025 licenses). 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory rental inspection. 3. Renew annually by February 1st to avoid late fees.

Vrbo is permitted in Union Pier, MI under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Union Pier are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Union Pier. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.