Linden, Michigan

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Genesee County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $200
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$200License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200
Renewalannual
Permit Cap20 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap20
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes — Business Unit STRs only allowed in designated areas and must be separated at least 250 feet from any other Business Unit STR

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Linden, Michigan

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Linden, Michigan are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Linden, Michigan?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Linden, Michigan. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $200.

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

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