New Buffalo, Michigan
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Berrien County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Fee: $1525.00
$1525.00License Cost
269 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$1525.00
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap269 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 80%Last updated: June 10, 2026
Short-term rental rules in New Buffalo, Michigan
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in New Buffalo, Michigan are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in New Buffalo, Michigan?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in New Buffalo, Michigan.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in New Buffalo?
The fee is $1525.00.
Where do these New Buffalo short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against New Buffalo'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 New Buffalo, Berrien County, or Michigan authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.