HostReadyLudington requires a short-term rental license for any rental of 28 days or less, with a citywide cap of 50 licenses. Licenses are limited to one per person, properties must be at least 150 feet apart, and licenses are non-transferable and terminate upon transfer of ownership. Condominiums with prior short-term rental allowances and properties in downtown core, downtown edge, and waterfront districts have special exemptions from numerical limits and distance requirements.
Licensing and Permits
Ludington requires hosts to obtain an STR license or permit before listing their property on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO. An inspection is required as part of the permitting process. The city caps STR permits at 50.
Enforcement
Ludington has high enforcement of STR regulations. Operating without proper licensing or failing to comply with local regulations can result in citations, fines, and potential loss of your permit.
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