Permit Requirements: Grand Rapids vs Wyoming

Can I run a non-owner-occupied Airbnb in Grand Rapids?

In most residential zones, no — STRs are limited to primary residences. Some mixed-use and downtown zones allow non-owner-occupied STRs subject to permit caps.

How do I register my STR?

Apply through the City of Grand Rapids Development Center, schedule the required annual inspection, and pay the registration fee before listing.

What taxes apply to my Grand Rapids STR?

Michigan's 6% use tax plus any applicable Kent County excise. Airbnb and Vrbo handle the state portion automatically; verify county and local collection.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Wyoming, MI?

Yes. Wyoming requires every rental dwelling - including short-term rentals - to register through the city's Rental Property Registration program under Community & Economic Development - Building Inspections (616-530-7226) and to pass a rental inspection. You must also verify that transient rental is a permitted or special-land-use under your zoning district in the Wyoming Zoning Ordinance, and collect the Michigan 6% Use Tax (MCL 205.93a) plus the Kent County 8% accommodations tax (MCL 141.861 et seq.).

Did Michigan pass a statewide STR preemption law?

Not yet. HB 4722 was introduced in 2024 to classify short-term rentals as a residential use by right statewide, which would have constrained Wyoming's rental registration and zoning controls, but the bill did not become law before session adjournment. Confirm current legislative status through the Michigan Legislature website before relying on any preemption claim.