Lake Leelanau is unincorporated and primarily governed by Leland Township, which requires an annual Short-Term Rental permit and a $250 fee. Hosts must also remit a 2% Leelanau County Accommodations Tax in addition to the 6% Michigan Use Tax.
To host an Airbnb in Lake Leelanau, you must first identify if your property is in Leland or Bingham Township. In Leland Township, you need to apply for an annual STR permit, provide a floor plan, and prove your septic system is functioning correctly. You are limited to 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 extra people, with a hard cap of 10 guests. Additionally, you must manually register with the Leelanau County Treasurer to pay a 2% local tax, as platforms like Airbnb do not always collect this specific county tax automatically.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
8.0%
Disclaimer
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Permit Fee
$250
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
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