Lawrence, Michigan

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Van Buren County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/14/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 days (definition of STR)
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • STRs only permitted in Agricultural (A-1) and Commercial (C-1) zoning districts; prohibited in Residential zoning districts (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4)

Official Sources

Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 14, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lawrence, Michigan

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lawrence, Michigan are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lawrence, Michigan?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lawrence?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lawrence?

Yes — Lawrence sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Lawrence short-term rental rules come from?

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