Lake City, Michigan

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Missaukee County

Conditional

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/15/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap15 properties per residential or prescribed zone; minimum 500 feet separation between units
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • residential or prescribed zone; maximum 15 STRs; 500+ feet separation required

Official Sources

Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 15, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lake City, Michigan

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lake City, Michigan are allowed under certain conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lake City, Michigan?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Lake City, Michigan.

Where do these Lake City short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Lake City'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 Lake City, Missaukee County, or Michigan authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.