- Home occupation permit required:
- Varies by city
- Details:
- No Wayne County-level home occupation permit required for unincorporated areas. Wayne County largely consists of incorporated cities/townships. Operators should contact their local unit of government for any applicable home business or home occupation ordinances. Wayne County allows home-based businesses in residential unincorporated communities with a home occupation permit.
- Home kitchen:
- Michigan's Cottage Food Law exempts cottage food operations from MDARD licensing and inspection. No separate Wayne County permit is required. Operators must comply with state labeling and food safety standards. Local unit of government rules (city zoning, home occupation ordinances) may still apply. Cities of Detroit, Dearborn, Livonia, and Westland have their own cottage food rules that may differ from county-level.
Last verified 2026-05-05. Not legal advice.
