Commercial drone operators in Michigan follow FAA Part 107 plus state UAS Act rules, with local commercial-drone ordinances preempted.
MCL 259.301 et seq. establishes Michigan's UAS framework, expressly preempting local rules on commercial UAS operation. Commercial operators must hold an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and comply with state-specific prohibitions including MCL 259.320 (no weaponization) and MCL 752.795a (use during felony enhances penalties). Operators capturing images for hire must respect privacy laws and trespass statutes.
Violations of state UAS provisions range from civil infractions to felony enhancements under MCL 752.795a.
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Warren, MI
Warren's noise ordinance (Chapter 21, Article II) prohibits unreasonably loud sounds that disturb peace. After 11:45 PM, police actively enforce disturbing t...
Warren, MI
Barking dogs that disturb the peace and comfort of neighbors are prohibited under Warren's nuisance ordinance (Chapter 21). Complaints handled through code e...
Warren, MI
Warren Code §21-29 prohibits construction, demolition, and excavation work between 7:30 PM–7:00 AM on weekdays, and 7:30 PM–8:00 AM on weekends and holidays....
Warren, MI
No local aircraft noise ordinance in Warren. Aircraft noise is regulated at the federal level by the FAA and subject to flight path agreements. Warren is in ...
Warren, MI
Warren Zoning Ordinance (Article V-A) regulates recreational vehicles. RVs may not be stored within the building setback (front yard) and must be at least 5 ...
Warren, MI
Warren regulates street parking under Chapter 34 and Chapter 37 of its Code of Ordinances (Traffic and Motor Vehicles). General MI Vehicle Code §257.674 appl...
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