Dearborn, Michigan
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Wayne County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $750
$750License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$750
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Dearborn, Michigan
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Dearborn, Michigan are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $750).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Dearborn, Michigan?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Dearborn, Michigan.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Dearborn?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $750.
Where do these Dearborn short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Dearborn's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Dearborn, Wayne County, or Michigan authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.