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Marquette, MI local landlord rules

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State law also applies. See Michigan landlord-tenant law.

Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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TopicAt a glance
Rental licensing / registrationIn Marquette, a landlord needs a certificate of registration from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 26-47).
Short-term rentals (Airbnb)In Marquette, a short-term rental needs a certificate of compliance from the city before it can operate or be advertised (§ 26-51).

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Rental licensing / registration

In Marquette, a landlord needs a certificate of registration from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 26-47). Code text: "(7) No owner or operator shall lease or rent a rental dwelling unit unless there is a valid certificate of registration in the name of the owner."

Verified Source: Marquette, MI Code of Ordinances § 26-47 · last checked 2026-10-16

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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)

In Marquette, a short-term rental needs a certificate of compliance from the city before it can operate or be advertised (§ 26-51). Code text: "(b) No owner or operator shall advertise, lease, or rent a short-term rental dwelling unit, unless there is a valid certificate of compliance issued by a fire inspector in the name of the owner."

Verified Source: Marquette, MI Code of Ordinances § 26-51 · last checked 2026-10-16

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