Sterling, Michigan

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Arenac County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 5Owner Occupancy Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Arenac County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
5Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay5
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

whitneytownship.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/whitney_township___short_term_rental_ordinance_4914_3579_7303.3__1_.pdf
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Sterling, Michigan

Sterling, Michigan has no separate city ordinance, so Arenac County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sterling, Michigan?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Sterling, Michigan. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

Yes — Sterling sets a minimum stay of 5 nights.

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

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