Westland does not impose a maximum night cap on short-term rentals, but any rental under 30 consecutive days triggers Michigan Use Tax and state transient occupancy rules.
Westland has not adopted a per-year rental night cap or minimum stay requirement for STRs as of 2026. Operators may host unlimited short-term rental nights so long as zoning, rental registration, property maintenance, and state tax obligations are met. Michigan draws a clear line at 30 consecutive days: rentals under 30 days are subject to the 6 percent Use Tax under MCL 205.93a, while rentals of 30 or more days are treated as traditional residential leases exempt from Use Tax. Hosts operating for more than 14 days per year may no longer qualify for the IRS short-term rental tax exemption and should consult a tax professional. HOA or condo bylaws may impose their own minimum-stay requirements.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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