Detroit does not cap the number of STR nights per year. Unlike tourist-heavy jurisdictions, Detroit permits year-round STR operation subject to Chapter 31 noise and BSEED housing standards.
Detroit has no annual night cap, 90-day limit, or hosted/unhosted distinction in its current code. State law under Michigan Public Act 359 of 2020 (later codified and contested) declares short-term rentals a residential use and preempts outright local bans though it allows regulation. Detroit City Council has periodically discussed STR licensing but has not enacted night caps. Hosts may operate 365 days per year if they comply with noise, occupancy, and zoning rules.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Detroit code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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Aircraft noise is regulated federally by the FAA under 14 CFR Part 150. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is located in Romulus, not Detroit. C...
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Detroit City Code Chapter 31 and Chapter 50 (Zoning) regulate industrial noise. Industrial properties must comply with setback-based decibel limits at proper...
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Detroit City Code Chapter 31 establishes zone-based decibel limits. Residential: 55 dBA night / 65 dBA day. Commercial: 65 / 70 dBA. Industrial: 70 / 75 dBA....
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Detroit follows Michigan Energy Code and Michigan Building Code for EV charger installation. Residential Level 2 chargers require an electrical permit from B...
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Detroit restricts street parking under City Code Chapter 55. Vehicles cannot park in the same on-street spot for more than 48 consecutive hours. Posted meter...
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Michigan Residential Code Appendix G and Detroit Building Code require a minimum 4-foot barrier around all swimming pools (in-ground and above-ground over 24...
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