Detroit vs Livonia
How do cottage food operations rules compare between Detroit, MI and Livonia, MI?
Detroit has fewer restrictions than Livonia.
Detroit, MI
Wayne County
Michigan Cottage Food Law (Act 266 of 2010, MCL 289.4102) permits home production of specific non-potentially-hazardous foods for direct-to-consumer sale. Annual sales cap $25,000.
View full Detroit rules →Livonia, MI
Wayne County
Livonia residents may operate a cottage food business under the Michigan Cottage Food Law (MCL 289.4105) to sell non-hazardous homemade foods directly to consumers up to 25,000 dollars per year.
View full Livonia rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Detroit | Livonia |
|---|---|---|
| Governing Law | MI Cottage Food Law (Act 266 of 2010) | - |
| Sales Cap | $25,000 annually | - |
| License Required | No | - |
| Permitted Foods | Non-potentially-hazardous only | - |
| State law | - | MCL 289.4105 |
| Sales cap | - | 25,000 dollars per year |
| Allowed foods | - | Non-hazardous shelf stable |
| Label | - | Home kitchen disclaimer required |
| Selling at home | - | Follow home occupation rules |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Detroit FAQ
Livonia FAQ
Can I sell cottage foods from my Livonia driveway?
On-site sales must stay within the home occupation rules: no signs, no steady customer traffic. Farmers markets or event sales are easier to keep compliant.
Can I ship my home-baked goods out of state?
No. Michigan cottage foods may only be sold in person directly to the end consumer within Michigan.
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