{"cities":[{"key":"albuquerque","city":"Albuquerque, NM","source_url":"https://www.cabq.gov/planning/planning-faqs/short-term-rental-faq","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"A valid City of Albuquerque STR Permit is required before advertising or renting a property for short-term stays."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The STR Permit comes with a fee of $120 (first year) and an annual renewal fee of $90 (second and following years)."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The maximum overnight occupancy is 2 people per bedroom plus a general allowance of two."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"arlington","city":"Arlington, TX","source_url":"https://www.arlingtontx.gov/Business/Development-Resources/Land-Development/Process-Guides-Videos/Short-Term-Rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"STR operators can apply online for a permit at ArlingtonPermits.com."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"There is a cap of the total number of units within an apartment complex that can be permitted for STR use."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Failure to do so will lead to a violation."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Short-term rentals (STRs) are regulated by the City of Arlington through Ordinance 19-022."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"asheville","city":"Asheville, NC","source_url":"https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/development-services/homestays/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"To get a permit, you must meet these four rules:"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Room Limit: You can only rent out one or two bedrooms."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"View the Asheville Code of Ordinances for homestays."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"aspen","city":"Aspen, CO","source_url":"https://aspen.gov/1624/Short-Term-Rental-Permit","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Applicants must choose from four STR permit options."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"$394 for STR-C, STR-OO, and STR-T Permits."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Taxes are remitted online through the Localgov portal."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Limited to 120 STR rental nights per year."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"If an STR permit renewal application is not submitted within the renewal timeframe specified, the permit will be terminated."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Chapter 26.530 Short Term Rental Regulations …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"austin","city":"Austin, TX","source_url":"https://www.austintexas.gov/service/license-short-term-rental","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Short-Term Rentals (STRs), residences that are rented for less than 30 consecutive days, are regulated by City ordinance and licensed annually by Austin Development Services Code Compliance."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Short-Term Rental Ordinance …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"bend","city":"Bend, OR","source_url":"https://bendoregon.gov/services/business/short-term-rentals/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Land use permits are required for all short term rentals except the following properties:"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Initial Operating License Fee: $350 …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Room Tax: 10.4% of gross sales …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"A short term rental is a house, apartment or room that is rented out for less than 30 consecutive days per guest."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Late Application Fee: $55 (if you submit your application after the 60-day window)"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"See Bend Code Chapter 7.16 for detailed information regarding short term rental operating licenses."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"boston","city":"Boston, MA","source_url":"https://www.boston.gov/departments/inspectional-services/short-term-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Short-term rentals in Boston need to register with the City of Boston."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The fee for this type of unit is $25 per year."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Occupancy is limited to five bedrooms or 10 guests, whichever is fewer."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"If at any point you violate one of the laws and codes mentioned here, your short-term rental license will be suspended."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"These are defined in the City of Boston Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9-13.1 and Chapter 16-57.2."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"chattanooga","city":"Chattanooga, TN","source_url":"https://register.chattanooga.gov/pay-and-apply/permits-applications/short-term-rental","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Please note: to legally operate your vacation rental, all hosts/property owners must obtain an STVR certificate."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Allowed only in commercial zones that permit a hotel/motel use."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"CCC 38-87 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"chicago","city":"Chicago, IL","source_url":"https://www.chicago.gov/sharedhousing","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All shared housing units are required to have an approved registration number to list on a platform."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"4.5% Chicago Hotel Accommodation Tax and 6% Shared Housing Surcharge …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"coconino","city":"Coconino County, AZ","source_url":"https://www.coconino.az.gov/3052/Short-Term-Rental-Information","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"To review the Board-Approved Short-Term Rental Ordinance, please click here."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"denver","city":"Denver, CO","source_url":"https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Business-Licensing/Business-licenses/Short-term-rentals/Short-term-rentals-laws-rules-regulations","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"On June 13, 2016, Denver City Council adopted Council Bill CB16-0262, creating the short-term rental ordinance."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"houston","city":"Houston, TX","source_url":"https://www.houstontx.gov/ara/str.html","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Listings only on Airbnb do NOT require proof of HOT."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"huntington_beach","city":"Huntington Beach, CA","source_url":"https://www.huntingtonbeachca.gov/departments/community_development/building_inspection/permit_center/short-term_rentals.php","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"A valid, non-transferrable annual City of Huntington Beach Short-Term Rental Permit is required to operate a STR …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"$639 application fee for initial two years …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"STR operators must remit their TOT and TBID via the Deckard portal for rentals each quarter ."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Hosted/owner-occupied STRs are allowed in Huntington Beach (Zone 1) and Sunset Beach (Zone 2)"},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"$1,000 fine each day for each violation of any provision …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Chapter 5.120 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"kansas_city","city":"Kansas City, MO","source_url":"https://bizcare.kcmo.gov/short-term-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All STRs must be registered before being listed on platforms such as Airbnb or VRBO."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"There is a 7.5% Transient Boarding and Accommodation Tax that must be filed quarterly."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"For properties with three or more units, no more than 12.5% of the units may be used as short-term rentals."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Failure to register may result in fines or enforcement actions."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Kansas City, Missouri Code of Ordinances Chapter 56, Article VIII, Sec. 56-803(6)"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"las_vegas","city":"Las Vegas, NV","source_url":"https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Business/Planning-Zoning/Code-Enforcement/Short-Term-Rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Utilize the below instructions and application to apply for a short-term rental license."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Short-term or vacation rentals are the rental of a residential dwelling unit for periods of 31 consecutive days or fewer …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Las Vegas Municipal Code Chapter 9.08 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"louisville","city":"Louisville, KY","source_url":"https://louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/short-term-rental-information","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"STR hosts must annually register each of their STRs with the Office of Planning."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Each form requires a $250 application fee to be complete."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"STR hosts must also register with the Louisville Metro Revenue Commission and are responsible for remitting the Transient Room and Occupational Licenses Taxes."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The application must meet certain criteria, including the STR must be at least 600 feet from another STR that received a CU …"},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Failure to register a STR will result in enforcement action, including fines."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The rules pertaining to host responsibilities and annual registration can be found in Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"marin","city":"Marin County, CA","source_url":"https://www.marincounty.gov/departments/cda/planning/long-range-planning-initiatives/short-term-rental-str","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"With few exceptions, STR operators must first obtain a STR License and then they can apply for a Business License and TOT Certificate through the Department of Finance."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"New STR License Application (Flat fee $600): This applies to new STRs and existing STRs with a business license and TOT …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The total number of STR licenses allowable in unincorporated Marin County is limited to one thousand two hundred, not in …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Review the STR rules (Marin County Code Chapter 5.41)"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"nashville","city":"Nashville, TN","source_url":"https://www.nashville.gov/departments/codes/short-term-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"In Nashville and Davidson County, the law requires that anyone wishing to rent a property on Short Term Rental Property …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"The permit holder is required to remit business, sales, and hotel occupancy taxes to the city and state."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The maximum stay for any guest shall be thirty consecutive days."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Metro Short Term Rental Code of Law §6.28.030 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"new_orleans","city":"New Orleans, LA","source_url":"https://nola.gov/next/short-term-rental-administration/topics/overview-of-short-term-rentals-in-new-orleans/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"STR is a property use which is not legal without a permit."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Rentals of greater than thirty consecutive days are considered long-term rentals and do not require an STR permit."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"In Adjudication, a Hearing Officer could impose monetary fines for un-abated violations, revoke an Owner or Operator …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The STR-specific revisions to the Municipal Code of New Orleans may be found at Ordinance No. 28157 MCS."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"norfolk","city":"Norfolk, VA","source_url":"https://norfolk.gov/4295","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"To legally operate within the city, all properties require a Zoning Permit and Business License."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The maximum occupancy of all guests is two (2) for each bedroom being offered for rent."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Operating without a CUP, ZP and BL risks enforcement action."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The basic standards a property requires to operate as an STR are sourced from the Norfolk Zoning Ordinance (4.2 and 4.3)"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"orlando","city":"Orlando, FL","source_url":"https://www.orlando.gov/Initiatives/Home-Sharing-Registration","read_on":"2026-09-13","rules":[{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"One booking at a time."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"osceola_county","city":"Osceola County, FL","source_url":"https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/vrtsp-guide/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Yes, if you are renting an entire unit more than three times in a calendar year for periods of less than 30 days or 1 ca …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Full Year Fee = $150 basic fee + (Number of rental units x $10)"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"A collective license is limited to 75 units or less and is restricted to counties within one district."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"In 2019 section 509.096 was added to Chapter 509, Florida Statutes."}],"note":"State vacation-rental license (Florida DBPR). The county or city may add its own rules.","how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"philadelphia","city":"Philadelphia, PA","source_url":"https://www.phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-license/business-licenses/rental-and-property/get-a-limited-lodging-operator-license/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"You must include a Zoning Permit with your application."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"A non-refundable application fee of $20 is applied toward the license fee."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Only an owner or tenant living in the property as their primary residence is eligible."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"The permit or license will be revoked if the outstanding fees are not paid within 30 days."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Philadelphia Code – Section 9-3909 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"polk_county","city":"Polk County, FL","source_url":"https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/vrtsp-guide/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Yes, if you are renting an entire unit more than three times in a calendar year for periods of less than 30 days or 1 ca …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Full Year Fee = $150 basic fee + (Number of rental units x $10)"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"A collective license is limited to 75 units or less and is restricted to counties within one district."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"In 2019 section 509.096 was added to Chapter 509, Florida Statutes."}],"note":"State vacation-rental license (Florida DBPR). The county or city may add its own rules.","how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"sacramento","city":"Sacramento, CA","source_url":"https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/finance/revenue/short-term-vacation-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All operators of short-term rental property (a stay of 30 days or less) need to apply for a short-term rental permit."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"An annual business tax as a hotel of $50 and collection and remittance of transient occupancy tax of 12% from renters i …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"A short-term vacation rental may operate from a location that is not the operator's primary residence for a total of 90 …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The City Council established a short-term vacation rental permit on January 19, 2016 ( City Code 5.114 )."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"san_bernardino","city":"San Bernardino County, CA","source_url":"https://str.sbcounty.gov/faqs/who-needs-to-apply-for-a-str-permit/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"A Short-Term Rental Permit will be required for the advertising and the rental use of a STR unit in unincorporated dese …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"san_diego","city":"San Diego, CA","source_url":"https://www.sandiego.gov/treasurer/short-term-residential-occupancy","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"It is unlawful to operate a STRO without an STRO license on or after May 1, 2023."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"If your property is located in the City of San Diego and is rented out for less than one month per guest stay, you must …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The number of licenses issued will not exceed 1% of San Diego's total housing units outside the Mission Beach Community …"},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"The actions may include the issuance of a Notice of Violation with an assessment of penalties."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"SDMC Chapter 5, Article 10, Division 2 outlines the STRO requirements for Hosting Platforms."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"san_juan","city":"San Juan County, WA","source_url":"https://sanjuancountywa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15349/Vacation-Rental-Application-PDF","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"The purpose for requiring a permit to conduct land uses is to ensure that they are compatible with County land use and d …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"An annual certification of compliance is required to maintain the permit (SJCC 18.40.275 (K)(4))."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"scottsdale","city":"Scottsdale, AZ","source_url":"https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/page26742.aspx","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All properties offered for rent less than 30 days require a Scottsdale license …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The annual license fee is $250 per property; funds received will go 100 percent to cover costs associated with licensing …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Half of the revenue derived from the five percent Transient Tax imposed on properties used as a vacation or short-term r …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"All dwelling units, including Vacation Rentals and Short-term rentals, shall have a maximum family size of 6 adults (and …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Read Scottsdale City Code Article IX: Vacation Rentals and Short-term Rentals …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"seattle","city":"Seattle, WA","source_url":"https://www.seattle.gov/business-regulations/short-term-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Second, you must obtain a short-term rental regulatory license (aka operator's license)."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The new license will cost $75 per unit and will be valid for one year."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"In March 2018, Governor Inslee signed into law HB 2015, which changes some of the rules for lodging excise taxes."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"If you have an operator's license, you may operate up to two dwelling units you own as short-term rentals."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Second and subsequent violations are subject to $1,000 penalties."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Seattle Municipal Code (SMC) 6.600 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"columbus_ga","city":"Columbus, GA","source_url":"https://columbusga.gov/inscode/Short-Term-Vacation-Rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Every house/unit you intend to use for a Short Term Rental, must obtain a separate permit."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"A non-refundable application fee in the amount of $40.00 is required."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"cook_county_mn","city":"Cook County, MN","source_url":"https://cms7files1.revize.com/cookcountymn/Vacation%20Rental%20FAQ%201-30-2023.pdf","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All new vacation rentals need to obtain a Cook County Vacation Rental License before rental operations begin."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The cost is $600.00 per year for new and renewing licenses issued for rental operations."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Yes, all vacation rental properties are required to pay the lodging tax."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The Ordinance allows for up to two rental units on a parcel in a residentialzone district."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"All licenses must be renewed by January 31st to avoid after the fines for late renewal."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The Vacation Rental License Ordinance …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"little_rock_ar","city":"Little Rock, AR","source_url":"https://littlerock.gov/wp-content/uploads/meeting-agenda/AGENDA%20-%20WEB%20-%204-21-2026/O-STRAmendment.pdf","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Upon planning commission approval of a special use permit, the owner shall submit an application for a business license, …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Annual inspection fee for a STR-2 is five hundred dollars ($500.00)."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"All bed and breakfast house/STR-1 & 2 permit holders are responsible for collecting and remitting all applicable room, o …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Density of short-term rentals - There shall be no more than five hundred (500) short-term rentals at one (1) time withi …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Sec. 36-601. - Bed and breakfast house/short-term rentals (type 1 & 2) entitlement."}],"note":"source is an ordinance amendment on the city's 4-21-2026 agenda","how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"cody_wy","city":"Cody, WY","source_url":"https://www.codywy.gov/133/Short-term-Rental-Registration","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"To operate a Short-term Rental(STR), the property must be registered with the City of Cody's Planning Department."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"A $100.00 application fee is required and must be paid to the City of Cody when submitting the application."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"The owner of the short-term rental is responsible to be sure lodging and sales taxes are paid."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Short term rentals are allowed in the R-2 and R-2MH zoning district only when the property is owner occupied."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"View the City of Cody Code 10-8-2(S), Short-term rental …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"green_bay_wi","city":"Green Bay, WI","source_url":"https://www.greenbaywi.gov/STR","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"STR’s are only allowed with a City issued permit …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The initial fee is $500, and the annual renewal fee is $250."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Proof of registration with the City of Green Bay Treasurer regarding Brown County room tax requirements."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"There is no minimum number for rental days …"},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Violations of city ordinances will lead to consequences including financial forfeiture and potentially revocation of STRP …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Those requirements as stipulated in Chapter 44, Sec. 44-1580 (j), Green Bay Municipal Code, found online."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"key_west_fl","city":"Key West, FL","source_url":"https://cityofkeywest-fl.gov/856/Map-Addresses-of-Transient-Rental-Proper","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[],"note":"The city's page doesn't state the rules in text we could quote. Open the page to read them.","how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"covington_ky","city":"Covington, KY","source_url":"https://www.covingtonky.gov/news/2024/06/20/city-streamlines-process-for-obtaining-short-term-rental-license","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"The City of Covington has streamlined the process for obtaining a license to rent out a house for overnight stays."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The new annual license will cost $500 (although that fee will be paid only if the applicant receives a license)."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"The system adopted in 2023 used only historic district boundaries to set density limits."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Properties that cause problems with noise and trash, etc. can have their license revoked by the City’s Code Enforcement …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The new Chapter 127 also tweaks how density limits for non-host-occupied short-term rental licenses are capped in areas …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"shreveport_la","city":"Shreveport, LA","source_url":"https://shreveportcaddompc.com/about-us/services/applications/short-term-rental-caddo-parish","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"If so, you must first obtain a Short-Term Rental (STR) Permit."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"north_las_vegas_nv","city":"North Las Vegas, NV","source_url":"https://cityofnorthlasvegas.com/business/short-term-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"The applicant must receive an approved Conditional Use Permit before applying for a business license."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Don't forget to collect and submit Transient Lodging Tax."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"660-foot separation requirement from other existing or proposed short-term rentals …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Ordinance 3127 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"summit_county_co","city":"Summit County, CO","source_url":"https://www.summitcountyco.gov/str","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All short-term vacation rental properties must receive an STR license prior to advertising or operation."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"STR owners must remit all applicable taxes."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Summit County's regulations for STRs are applicable to properties within the unincorporated areas of Summit County."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Summit County has updated the STR Regulations effective February 15, 2023."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"breckenridge_co","city":"Breckenridge, CO","source_url":"https://www.townofbreckenridge.com/departments/finance/business-and-accommodation-unit-licenses/accommodation-unit-short-term-rentals-licenses","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"A valid short-term rental license is required for each short-term rental property."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The regulatory fee is calculated at $756 per studio/bedroom per year."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"The Town requires homeowners who short-term rent their units to collect and remit local and state taxes."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Adopted Accommodations Ordinances: Ordinance No. 29, Series 2021 …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"placer_county_ca","city":"Placer County, CA","source_url":"https://www.placer.ca.gov/6109/Short-Term-Rental-Program","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All short-term rentals in eastern Placer County that are located above the 5,000-foot elevation must have a permit to op …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"A current TOT certificate or application for a TOT certificate (apply for or update a TOT certificate here.)"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"No more than two adults per bedroom, plus two additional adults allowed after 10 p.m. excluding minors under 16."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"The fine for a code violation is up to $500 per day for each violation in the first citation and up to $1,000 per day fo …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"washington_dc","city":"Washington, DC","source_url":"https://dlcp.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/DLCP/publication/attachments/Short-Term-Rental-Guide_0.pdf","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All hosts must be licensed by April 10, 2022."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The total cost for either license is $104.50 for a two-year license."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"All applicable transient lodging taxes, which will be collected by booking services on behalf of hosts, must be paid."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Occupancy in a short-term rental is limited to a maximum of eight guests, or two guests per bedroom, whichever is greater."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Failure to obtain a license will result in enforcement action, including fines."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The Short-Term Rental Regulation Act of 2018 (14 DCMR Section 9901.6)"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"honolulu","city":"Honolulu, HI","source_url":"https://www.honolulu.gov/dpp/permitting/str/str-faq/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Any owner or operator interested in renting out a unit within the STR-eligible areas for less than 30-days must register …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"STRs are only permitted in resort-zoned areas, and as shown in Ordinance 25-52."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Refer to Ordinance 25-2 to review the list of requirements."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"big_bear_lake_ca","city":"Big Bear Lake, CA","source_url":"http://citybigbearlake.com/index.php/en/services-main/transient-private-home-rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[],"note":"The city's page blocks automated reading, so we quote nothing from it. Open the page to read the rules.","how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"clear_creek_co","city":"Clear Creek County, CO","source_url":"https://clearcreekcounty.us/910/Short-Term-Rentals","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"Evidence of a legal water supply and sewage disposal method is required as part of your permit application."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Short-term rental owners are required to collect Lodging and Sales Tax from their guests and remit payment to the Colora …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"No more than 4.5% of the total number of residences in unincorporated Clear Creek County, in any given year, may receive …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Clear Creek County adopted Ordinance 19 to replace the previously adopted Short-Term Rental Regulations."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"corpus_christi_tx","city":"Corpus Christi, TX","source_url":"https://www.corpuschristitx.gov/department-directory/development-services/short-term-rentals-str/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"The STR Ordinance requires registration of any property that is rented for less than 30 consecutive days in all areas of …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"All three (3) are required to submit the Hotel Occupancy Tax but only Short-Term Rentals are required to register for a …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"These STRs are limited to 15% of the block face and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis with the exc …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"The ordinance amends the City’s Unified Development Code (UDC) to allow short-term rentals (STRs) with restrictions in …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"cambridge_ma","city":"Cambridge, MA","source_url":"https://cambridgema.gov/publications/documents/shorttermrental/shorttermrentalguide","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"The residential short term rental unit must be registered with the City’s Inspectional Services Department."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The fee to obtain a certifi cate of registration is $500."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Only operator-occupied and owner-adjacent STR’s are allowed."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Code violations or any violations of the Short-Term Rental Ordinance will be subject to fi nes of up to $300/day."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"See Section 4.60 of the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"belton_tx","city":"Belton, TX","source_url":"https://www.beltontexas.gov/services/short-term_rental_.php","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"All Short-Term Rentals are required to obtain a permit to operate in the City of Belton."},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"A permit will not be renewed until confirmation of payment of local Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax (more information found be …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Please note that a non-owner occupied short-term rental property shall not be located within 500 feet of another short-t …"},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Short-term Rental Ordinance (Amended Code of Ordinance, 2026-12, Effective April 28th, 2026)"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"bedford_tx","city":"Bedford, TX","source_url":"https://bedfordtx.munirevs.com/faq","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"A Short-Term Rental License is required prior to advertising and renting your property."},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"The City of Bedford requires an annual fee of $200, plus an additional $60 property inspection fee (required upon initial …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"This is a 7% tax on your gross short-term rents not already remitted by an intermediary."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"You are only allowed to short-term rent one dwelling unit per license in the City of Bedford."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Delinquent one month 15% of the tax due."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Chapter 26, Article V. - Short-Term Rental in the City's Code of Ordinances."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"baldwin_county_ga","city":"Baldwin County, GA","source_url":"https://www.baldwincountyga.com/1289/Short-Term-Rental-Information-Applicatio","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"A separate rental certificate shall be required for each establishment …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Applicant herewith tenders the sum of $500.00 as the rental certificate fee on the business proposed to be conducted by …"},{"field":"tax","label":"Tax","quote":"Baldwin County is authorized to collect a Hotel-Motel Excise Tax in the amount of 8% under O.C.G.A. § 48-13-51(b)."},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Owner shall not allow overnight occupancy to exceed the maximum capacity …"},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Reports not received by the twentieth day shall bear interest and penalty of 1 % per month."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Sec. 16.75. - AN ORDINANCE FOR Short-Term Vacation Rental of the Baldwin County Code of Ordinances …"}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. 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Not legal advice; the city's page and code govern."},{"key":"long_lake_township_mi","city":"Long Lake Township, MI","source_url":"https://longlaketownship.com/short-term-rentals/","read_on":"2026-11-11","rules":[{"field":"permit","label":"Permit or license","quote":"The Ordinance requires that anyone advertising for or renting a residence on a short-term basis obtain a certificate iss …"},{"field":"fee","label":"Fee","quote":"Payment of $600 …"},{"field":"limits","label":"Limits","quote":"Limit the number of people permitted in a short-term rental depending on the size of the septic system."},{"field":"penalty","label":"Penalty","quote":"Violators are subject to tickets, and fines, and may possibly lose the ability to conduct a short-term rental."},{"field":"code","label":"Where the rule is written","quote":"Long Lake Township adopted Ordinance #178, Short-Term Rental Ordinance in August of 2019."}],"how":"Quoted word for word from the city's own page on the day shown. 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