Grand Rapids requires owners of non-owner-occupied dwellings to register each rental unit with the city and renew on a regular cycle. Registration links the unit to a responsible local agent and is a precondition for issuing the certificate of compliance after inspection.
Owners file a rental registration with Code Compliance listing each address, unit count, owner contact, and a local agent who can accept service of process and respond to emergencies. Registration fees are charged per unit and must be kept current to remain eligible for inspection scheduling. The registry supports enforcement against blight, habitability complaints, and zoning violations, and gives tenants a reliable contact when issues arise. Some accessory dwelling and shared-housing arrangements also fall within the registration requirement.
Failing to register or maintain a current local agent can trigger administrative citations, blocked inspection scheduling, and escalation to civil infractions for ongoing noncompliance.
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