Ann Arbor permits certain homemade food products to be sold directly to consumers under cottage food laws. Products must be non-potentially hazardous and properly labeled.
Ann Arbor allows cottage food operations under Michigan's Cottage Food Law (MCL 289.4102). Permitted products typically include baked goods, jams, candies, dried herbs, and other shelf-stable items. Potentially hazardous foods requiring refrigeration are generally excluded. Annual gross sales are capped at $50,000, with a $75,000 tier only for products priced $250 or more per unit. Products must be labeled with ingredients, allergens, and "Made in a Home Kitchen" disclaimer. No commercial kitchen or health inspection required for qualifying operations. Sales may be limited to direct-to-consumer channels (farmers markets, online with local delivery).
Selling non-permitted foods: cease and desist. Exceeding revenue caps: commercial kitchen requirement. Labeling violations: warnings then fines.
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