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Calhoun County Cottage Food Updates

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What the report says about zoning in Calhoun County

Home occupation permit required:: Varies
Details:: Calhoun County zoning ordinance applies in unincorporated areas. City of Battle Creek (largest city in Calhoun County) and Marshall have separate home occupation rules. No specific county-level cottage food override identified.
Home kitchen:: Annual sales capped at $50,000 (raised by HB 4122, 2025, effective March 2026; prior cap was $25,000). No registration, permit, or inspection required. Direct sales only. Online/mail order/third-party delivery platform sales now explicitly allowed with face-to-face or virtual interaction requirement (per 2025 amendment).

Last verified 2026-05-05. Not legal advice.

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Zoning rules & home kitchen setup

u/Crosodo Community Team·6/22/2026·0 views

Local zoning and permits are often the trickiest part of home baking in Calhoun County. Discuss home occupation permits, HOA rules, health department visits, kitchen inspections, and what the planning office actually said when you called. Share your experience — not legal advice.