Wakefield, Michigan

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Gogebic County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50 initial (owner-occupied); $200 initial (investor-owned); $25 renewal (owner-occupied); $100 renewal (investor-owned)
Renewalevery 3 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayno minimum (fewer than 30 consecutive days defined as STR)
Density / Distance Cap105 licenses or 10% of housing stock triggers moratorium
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in all residential zoning districts (R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, C-2, PUD); prohibited where residential dwelling units are not permitted (e.g., Industrial, Open Area)

Official Sources

cityofwakefieldmi.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Ordinance-251-Short-Term-Rental-DRAFT.pdf
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Wakefield, Michigan

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Wakefield, Michigan are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50 initial (owner-occupied); ).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Wakefield, Michigan?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Wakefield, Michigan.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $50 initial (owner-occupied); .

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

Yes — Wakefield sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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