Muskegon, Michigan
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Muskegon County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $500
$500License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 17, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Muskegon, Michigan
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Muskegon, Michigan are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Muskegon, Michigan?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Muskegon, Michigan.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Muskegon?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500.
Where do these Muskegon short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Muskegon'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 Muskegon, Muskegon County, or Michigan authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.