Harrison, Michigan

The City of Harrison adopted Ordinance 2026-02, its first dedicated Short-Term Rental License Ordinance, on June 1, 2026, effective July 11, 2026. Any dwelling rented for fewer than 30 consecutive days requires a city license before it can be advertised, offered, or rented on any platform. Only the property owner may hold a license (LLCs and trusts qualify); there is no owner-occupancy or primary-residence requirement and no annual night cap. The license is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually. License fees are set by council resolution: $100 initial license, $200 annual license-and-inspection fee, with reinspection and complaint-inspection fees of $50 to $75. A passing city inspection covering smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, egress, and exit access is required before issuance and at each annual renewal. Occupancy is capped at 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional per dwelling (children under age 2 excluded). Maximum occupancy, parking information, a fire-evacuation plan, and local-contact information must be posted inside the unit. Owners must designate a 24/7 local contact who responds to city notices within 48 hours, and must carry liability insurance. Enforcement follows a three-strike system within a rolling 12-month period, with civil fines up to $500 per violation per day. Existing operators must apply for a license within 90 days of the July 11, 2026 effective date. Michigan levies a 6% use tax on short-term lodging. Enforcement is classified as moderate.