Spring Lake, Michigan

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ottawa County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$100License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100
Renewalevery 3 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes - Short Term Rental Overlay District only

Official Sources

springlaketwp.org/short-term-rental-ordinance/
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Spring Lake, Michigan

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Spring Lake, Michigan are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100).

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Spring Lake?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.

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

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