STR Zoning Amendments Tabled at Keweenaw County, MI, Public Hearing

10/12/2026

Keweenaw County, Michigan, has tabled proposed zoning amendments governing short-term rentals following a public hearing. The changes would establish annual permits to maintain an inventory of active rentals and verify compliance, while existing, lawfully established rentals would not need to re-prove their right to operate. However, most speakers opposed the amendments, citing concerns about additional restrictions, fees, fines, and potential changes to enforcement authority. Former planning commission member AJ Kern also questioned the proposed definition of an “aggrieved party,” arguing that the language could improperly expand the zoning administrator’s authority. County officials have not set a date to revisit the amendments, pending a county board decision on the broader future of zoning.

Upper Michigan’s Source (10/05/26) Colin Jackson

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