Land use: zoning and growth management; short-term rentals; clarify prohibition on total ban of. Amends sec. 207 of 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3207). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6026'26

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joey Andrews and 5 co-sponsors

Prohibits local bans on short-term rentals where there is demonstrated need and a suitable location nearby, requiring some permitted use instead.

bill electronically reproduced 06/02/2026

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Overview

House Bill 6027 (Michigan, 2025-2026) amends the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act (2006 PA 110) to limit the ability of local governments to entirely prohibit certain land uses, with a specific focus on short-term rentals (STRs). The bill is contingent on enactment of related companion measures (HB 6026 or S03776'25). It aims to ensure that local zoning decisions do not result in a total ban where there is demonstrated need for the land use and a location exists within the jurisdiction or surrounding area.

Main purpose and intent

Prevents a zoning ordinance or decision from having the effect of totally prohibiting a land use when there is demonstrated need for that use within the local government or nearby areas.

Specifically prohibits local governments from adopting or enforcing rules that total ban short-term rentals within their boundaries.

Defines “short-term rental” by referencing its definition in the Short-Term Rental Act.

Key provisions and changes

Sec. 207(1): A zoning decision must not total prohibit a land use when there is demonstrated need for that land use within the local unit of government or the surrounding area, unless no suitable location exists or the use is unlawful.

Sec. 207(2): Local governments may not adopt or enforce any ordinance, rule, regulation, or decision that total bans short-term rentals within their jurisdiction.

Sec. 207(3): “Short-term rental” is defined as the term used in section 2 of the Short-Term Rental Act.

Enacting section: The act’s effectiveness is contingent upon the enactment of a companion bill (HB 6026 or S03776'25) from the 103rd Legislature.

Affected entities

Local units of government in Michigan (cities, townships, villages) that exercise zoning and land-use authority.

Short-term rental operators and platforms operating within Michigan localities.

Residents and property owners who rely on STRs as a land-use option or economic activity.

Stakeholders involved in zoning decisions and growth management strategies.

Procedural and timeline aspects

The bill specifies that it will take effect only if the related companion bill(s) are enacted into law (HB 6026 or S03776'25). This creates a conditional effective date tied to the passage of the companion measure.

Action history indicates introduction and referral to the Committee on Government Operations on June 2, 2026, with subsequent progression subject to committee review and legislative action.

Practical impact and considerations

If enacted and the companion bill(s) also pass, localities would need to permit some form of land-use activity that currently might be banned entirely, provided there is demonstrated need and accessible locations within or near the locality.

The bill reinforces that outright prohibitions on STRs, where a suitable location exists, would be unlawful, potentially expanding flexibility for STR operators and hosts.

Jurisdictions may need to develop or adjust regulatory frameworks to comply with the prohibition on total bans while balancing concerns such as housing markets, neighbor impact, safety, and taxation.

Note: The exact effective date depends on the fate of the related HB 6026 or S03776'25.