Short-Term Rental Policy Options for Local Communities
October 6, 2026 6:30PM - 8:00PM
Registration Deadline: October 5, 2026 - 09:30AM
Zoom
Contact: Tyler Augst at augsttyl@msu.edu or 269-657-8213
Michigan communities are facing challenges in meeting their housing needs and goals as shown by Michigan’s Statewide Housing Plan. For many communities, solving the housing puzzle includes policies to address short-term rentals (STRs). Yet, STRs can fill a local or regional gap in visitor housing and offer an alternative type of lodging that is in demand to leisure and business travelers alike. As the state continues to see increases in the number of dwellings being used for STRs, some Michigan communities to review their plans and policies around STRs to ensure they reflect the community’s vision and needs.
This 90-minute program will begin by exploring trends and research related to STRs as well as where local communities can find data to examine their own local situation. This will be followed by an overview of policy approaches, regulatory tools, enforcement, and key STR court cases. The program will highlight several Michigan examples of community regulatory approaches to STRs and offer time for questions.
This program is being offered via Zoom. The list of offerings is below. All registrants will receive a recording of the program. MCPs can report 1.5 MCP credits for attending.
Time/Date:
Wednesday, May 20, 6:30-8 p.m. ET
Tuesday, October 6, 6:30-8 p.m. ET
Cost:
The cost for each session is $25 ($20 for Master Citizen Planners)
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