Can I open a bed and breakfast in Royal Oak?
Yes, as a special land use in One-Family Residential zoning, not by right. Bed and breakfast operations appear on the special land use list for the One-Family district (§ 770-34C) and are governed by their own standards in § 770-78.
The approval path:
- Apply for special land use approval from the Planning Commission
- A public hearing is held, with mailed notice to owners within 300 ft at least 15 days before (§ 770-11, § 770-13)
- The Commission decides at its discretion, and approval lapses if no building permit issues within 1 year (§ 770-11D)
Because § 770-78 sets operating conditions specific to bed and breakfasts, review that section with city staff before applying. The Planning Division at 248-246-3280 can confirm the current application requirements and fees, and the city's posted meeting schedule shows upcoming hearing dates.
Sources
Full text: Royal Oak ordinance on eCode360. Applies to districts: 1F, 1FL.
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