07.08.2026 Planning Board Meeting

The City of Birmingham, MI Planning Board held a meeting on July 8, 2026, primarily focused on discussing proposed zoning ordinance amendments related to short-term rentals. The board deliberated on whether to regulate short-term rentals in commercial and mixed-use zoning districts, with particular attention to the downtown and rail districts. They debated exceptions for owner-occupied and hosted rentals, enforcement challenges, and the appropriate minimum rental duration, which was set at 30 days following city commission direction. The board agreed to move forward with a motion to set a public hearing on August 12, 2026, to consider an ordinance prohibiting short-term rentals of less than 30 days in all residential zones, excluding certain commercial and mixed-use zones pending further study. Public comments highlighted concerns about neighborhood impacts, enforcement, and community cohesion. The meeting also included updates on the ongoing zoning ordinance update project and plans for public engagement. No contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting.