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Cities
- Albuquerque, NM
- Arlington, TX
- Asheville, NC
- Aspen, CO
- Austin, TX
- Baldwin County, GA
- Bedford, TX
- Belton, TX
- Bend, OR
- Big Bear Lake, CA
- Boston, MA
- Breckenridge, CO
- Cambridge, MA
- Chattanooga, TN
- Chicago, IL
- Clear Creek County, CO
- Coconino County, AZ
- Cody, WY
- Columbus, GA
- Cook County, MN
- Corpus Christi, TX
- Covington, KY
- Denver, CO
- Green Bay, WI
- Honolulu, HI
- Houston, TX
- Huntington Beach, CA
- Kansas City, MO
- Key West, FL
- Las Vegas, NV
- Little Rock, AR
- Long Lake Township, MI
- Louisville, KY
- Marin County, CA
- Nashville, TN
- New Orleans, LA
- Norfolk, VA
- North Las Vegas, NV
- Orlando, FL
- Osceola County, FL
- Philadelphia, PA
- Placer County, CA
- Polk County, FL
- Ruidoso, NM
- Sacramento, CA
- San Bernardino County, CA
- San Diego, CA
- San Juan County, WA
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Seattle, WA
- Shreveport, LA
- South Haven, MI
- Summit County, CO
- Washington, DC
Rules, quoted
Albuquerque, NM
- Permit or license
A valid City of Albuquerque STR Permit is required before advertising or renting a property for short-term stays.
- Fee
The STR Permit comes with a fee of $120 (first year) and an annual renewal fee of $90 (second and following years).
- Limits
The maximum overnight occupancy is 2 people per bedroom plus a general allowance of two.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Arlington, TX
- Permit or license
STR operators can apply online for a permit at ArlingtonPermits.com.
- Limits
There is a cap of the total number of units within an apartment complex that can be permitted for STR use.
- Penalty
Failure to do so will lead to a violation.
- Where the rule is written
Short-term rentals (STRs) are regulated by the City of Arlington through Ordinance 19-022.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Asheville, NC
- Permit or license
To get a permit, you must meet these four rules:
- Limits
Room Limit: You can only rent out one or two bedrooms.
- Where the rule is written
View the Asheville Code of Ordinances for homestays.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Aspen, CO
- Permit or license
Applicants must choose from four STR permit options.
- Fee
$394 for STR-C, STR-OO, and STR-T Permits.
- Tax
Taxes are remitted online through the Localgov portal.
- Limits
Limited to 120 STR rental nights per year.
- Penalty
If an STR permit renewal application is not submitted within the renewal timeframe specified, the permit will be terminated.
- Where the rule is written
Chapter 26.530 Short Term Rental Regulations …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Austin, TX
- Permit or license
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.
- Where the rule is written
Short-Term Rental Ordinance …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Baldwin County, GA
- Permit or license
A separate rental certificate shall be required for each establishment …
- Fee
Applicant herewith tenders the sum of $500.00 as the rental certificate fee on the business proposed to be conducted by …
- Tax
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).
- Limits
Owner shall not allow overnight occupancy to exceed the maximum capacity …
- Penalty
Reports not received by the twentieth day shall bear interest and penalty of 1 % per month.
- Where the rule is written
Sec. 16.75. - AN ORDINANCE FOR Short-Term Vacation Rental of the Baldwin County Code of Ordinances …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Bedford, TX
- Permit or license
A Short-Term Rental License is required prior to advertising and renting your property.
- Fee
The City of Bedford requires an annual fee of $200, plus an additional $60 property inspection fee (required upon initial …
- Tax
This is a 7% tax on your gross short-term rents not already remitted by an intermediary.
- Limits
You are only allowed to short-term rent one dwelling unit per license in the City of Bedford.
- Penalty
Delinquent one month 15% of the tax due.
- Where the rule is written
Chapter 26, Article V. - Short-Term Rental in the City's Code of Ordinances.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Belton, TX
- Permit or license
All Short-Term Rentals are required to obtain a permit to operate in the City of Belton.
- Tax
A permit will not be renewed until confirmation of payment of local Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax (more information found be …
- Limits
Please note that a non-owner occupied short-term rental property shall not be located within 500 feet of another short-t …
- Where the rule is written
Short-term Rental Ordinance (Amended Code of Ordinance, 2026-12, Effective April 28th, 2026)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Bend, OR
- Permit or license
Land use permits are required for all short term rentals except the following properties:
- Fee
Initial Operating License Fee: $350 …
- Tax
Room Tax: 10.4% of gross sales …
- Limits
A short term rental is a house, apartment or room that is rented out for less than 30 consecutive days per guest.
- Penalty
Late Application Fee: $55 (if you submit your application after the 60-day window)
- Where the rule is written
See Bend Code Chapter 7.16 for detailed information regarding short term rental operating licenses.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Big Bear Lake, CA
The city's page blocks automated reading, so we quote nothing from it. Open the page to read the rules.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Boston, MA
- Permit or license
Short-term rentals in Boston need to register with the City of Boston.
- Fee
The fee for this type of unit is $25 per year.
- Limits
Occupancy is limited to five bedrooms or 10 guests, whichever is fewer.
- Penalty
If at any point you violate one of the laws and codes mentioned here, your short-term rental license will be suspended.
- Where the rule is written
These are defined in the City of Boston Code of Ordinances, Chapter 9-13.1 and Chapter 16-57.2.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Breckenridge, CO
- Permit or license
A valid short-term rental license is required for each short-term rental property.
- Fee
The regulatory fee is calculated at $756 per studio/bedroom per year.
- Tax
The Town requires homeowners who short-term rent their units to collect and remit local and state taxes.
- Where the rule is written
Adopted Accommodations Ordinances: Ordinance No. 29, Series 2021 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Cambridge, MA
- Permit or license
The residential short term rental unit must be registered with the City’s Inspectional Services Department.
- Fee
The fee to obtain a certifi cate of registration is $500.
- Limits
Only operator-occupied and owner-adjacent STR’s are allowed.
- Penalty
Code violations or any violations of the Short-Term Rental Ordinance will be subject to fi nes of up to $300/day.
- Where the rule is written
See Section 4.60 of the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Chattanooga, TN
- Permit or license
Please note: to legally operate your vacation rental, all hosts/property owners must obtain an STVR certificate.
- Limits
Allowed only in commercial zones that permit a hotel/motel use.
- Where the rule is written
CCC 38-87 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Chicago, IL
- Permit or license
All shared housing units are required to have an approved registration number to list on a platform.
- Tax
4.5% Chicago Hotel Accommodation Tax and 6% Shared Housing Surcharge …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Clear Creek County, CO
- Permit or license
Evidence of a legal water supply and sewage disposal method is required as part of your permit application.
- Tax
Short-term rental owners are required to collect Lodging and Sales Tax from their guests and remit payment to the Colora …
- Limits
No more than 4.5% of the total number of residences in unincorporated Clear Creek County, in any given year, may receive …
- Where the rule is written
Clear Creek County adopted Ordinance 19 to replace the previously adopted Short-Term Rental Regulations.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Coconino County, AZ
- Where the rule is written
To review the Board-Approved Short-Term Rental Ordinance, please click here.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Cody, WY
- Permit or license
To operate a Short-term Rental(STR), the property must be registered with the City of Cody's Planning Department.
- Fee
A $100.00 application fee is required and must be paid to the City of Cody when submitting the application.
- Tax
The owner of the short-term rental is responsible to be sure lodging and sales taxes are paid.
- Limits
Short term rentals are allowed in the R-2 and R-2MH zoning district only when the property is owner occupied.
- Where the rule is written
View the City of Cody Code 10-8-2(S), Short-term rental …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Columbus, GA
- Permit or license
Every house/unit you intend to use for a Short Term Rental, must obtain a separate permit.
- Fee
A non-refundable application fee in the amount of $40.00 is required.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Cook County, MN
- Permit or license
All new vacation rentals need to obtain a Cook County Vacation Rental License before rental operations begin.
- Fee
The cost is $600.00 per year for new and renewing licenses issued for rental operations.
- Tax
Yes, all vacation rental properties are required to pay the lodging tax.
- Limits
The Ordinance allows for up to two rental units on a parcel in a residentialzone district.
- Penalty
All licenses must be renewed by January 31st to avoid after the fines for late renewal.
- Where the rule is written
The Vacation Rental License Ordinance …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Corpus Christi, TX
- Permit or license
The STR Ordinance requires registration of any property that is rented for less than 30 consecutive days in all areas of …
- Tax
All three (3) are required to submit the Hotel Occupancy Tax but only Short-Term Rentals are required to register for a …
- Limits
These STRs are limited to 15% of the block face and will be awarded on a first come, first served basis with the exc …
- Where the rule is written
The ordinance amends the City’s Unified Development Code (UDC) to allow short-term rentals (STRs) with restrictions in …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Covington, KY
- Permit or license
The City of Covington has streamlined the process for obtaining a license to rent out a house for overnight stays.
- Fee
The new annual license will cost $500 (although that fee will be paid only if the applicant receives a license).
- Limits
The system adopted in 2023 used only historic district boundaries to set density limits.
- Penalty
Properties that cause problems with noise and trash, etc. can have their license revoked by the City’s Code Enforcement …
- Where the rule is written
The new Chapter 127 also tweaks how density limits for non-host-occupied short-term rental licenses are capped in areas …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Denver, CO
- Where the rule is written
On June 13, 2016, Denver City Council adopted Council Bill CB16-0262, creating the short-term rental ordinance.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Green Bay, WI
- Permit or license
STR’s are only allowed with a City issued permit …
- Fee
The initial fee is $500, and the annual renewal fee is $250.
- Tax
Proof of registration with the City of Green Bay Treasurer regarding Brown County room tax requirements.
- Limits
There is no minimum number for rental days …
- Penalty
Violations of city ordinances will lead to consequences including financial forfeiture and potentially revocation of STRP …
- Where the rule is written
Those requirements as stipulated in Chapter 44, Sec. 44-1580 (j), Green Bay Municipal Code, found online.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Honolulu, HI
- Permit or license
Any owner or operator interested in renting out a unit within the STR-eligible areas for less than 30-days must register …
- Limits
STRs are only permitted in resort-zoned areas, and as shown in Ordinance 25-52.
- Where the rule is written
Refer to Ordinance 25-2 to review the list of requirements.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Houston, TX
- Tax
Listings only on Airbnb do NOT require proof of HOT.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Huntington Beach, CA
- Permit or license
A valid, non-transferrable annual City of Huntington Beach Short-Term Rental Permit is required to operate a STR …
- Fee
$639 application fee for initial two years …
- Tax
STR operators must remit their TOT and TBID via the Deckard portal for rentals each quarter .
- Limits
Hosted/owner-occupied STRs are allowed in Huntington Beach (Zone 1) and Sunset Beach (Zone 2)
- Penalty
$1,000 fine each day for each violation of any provision …
- Where the rule is written
Chapter 5.120 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Kansas City, MO
- Permit or license
All STRs must be registered before being listed on platforms such as Airbnb or VRBO.
- Tax
There is a 7.5% Transient Boarding and Accommodation Tax that must be filed quarterly.
- Limits
For properties with three or more units, no more than 12.5% of the units may be used as short-term rentals.
- Penalty
Failure to register may result in fines or enforcement actions.
- Where the rule is written
Kansas City, Missouri Code of Ordinances Chapter 56, Article VIII, Sec. 56-803(6)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Key West, FL
The city's page doesn't state the rules in text we could quote. Open the page to read them.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Las Vegas, NV
- Permit or license
Utilize the below instructions and application to apply for a short-term rental license.
- Limits
Short-term or vacation rentals are the rental of a residential dwelling unit for periods of 31 consecutive days or fewer …
- Where the rule is written
Las Vegas Municipal Code Chapter 9.08 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Little Rock, AR
- Permit or license
Upon planning commission approval of a special use permit, the owner shall submit an application for a business license, …
- Fee
Annual inspection fee for a STR-2 is five hundred dollars ($500.00).
- Tax
All bed and breakfast house/STR-1 & 2 permit holders are responsible for collecting and remitting all applicable room, o …
- Limits
Density of short-term rentals - There shall be no more than five hundred (500) short-term rentals at one (1) time withi …
- Where the rule is written
Sec. 36-601. - Bed and breakfast house/short-term rentals (type 1 & 2) entitlement.
source is an ordinance amendment on the city's 4-21-2026 agenda
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Long Lake Township, MI
- Permit or license
The Ordinance requires that anyone advertising for or renting a residence on a short-term basis obtain a certificate iss …
- Fee
Payment of $600 …
- Limits
Limit the number of people permitted in a short-term rental depending on the size of the septic system.
- Penalty
Violators are subject to tickets, and fines, and may possibly lose the ability to conduct a short-term rental.
- Where the rule is written
Long Lake Township adopted Ordinance #178, Short-Term Rental Ordinance in August of 2019.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Louisville, KY
- Permit or license
STR hosts must annually register each of their STRs with the Office of Planning.
- Fee
Each form requires a $250 application fee to be complete.
- Tax
STR hosts must also register with the Louisville Metro Revenue Commission and are responsible for remitting the Transient Room and Occupational Licenses Taxes.
- Limits
The application must meet certain criteria, including the STR must be at least 600 feet from another STR that received a CU …
- Penalty
Failure to register a STR will result in enforcement action, including fines.
- Where the rule is written
The rules pertaining to host responsibilities and annual registration can be found in Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Marin County, CA
- Permit or license
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.
- Fee
New STR License Application (Flat fee $600): This applies to new STRs and existing STRs with a business license and TOT …
- Limits
The total number of STR licenses allowable in unincorporated Marin County is limited to one thousand two hundred, not in …
- Where the rule is written
Review the STR rules (Marin County Code Chapter 5.41)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Nashville, TN
- Permit or license
In Nashville and Davidson County, the law requires that anyone wishing to rent a property on Short Term Rental Property …
- Tax
The permit holder is required to remit business, sales, and hotel occupancy taxes to the city and state.
- Limits
The maximum stay for any guest shall be thirty consecutive days.
- Where the rule is written
Metro Short Term Rental Code of Law §6.28.030 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
New Orleans, LA
- Permit or license
STR is a property use which is not legal without a permit.
- Limits
Rentals of greater than thirty consecutive days are considered long-term rentals and do not require an STR permit.
- Penalty
In Adjudication, a Hearing Officer could impose monetary fines for un-abated violations, revoke an Owner or Operator …
- Where the rule is written
The STR-specific revisions to the Municipal Code of New Orleans may be found at Ordinance No. 28157 MCS.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Norfolk, VA
- Permit or license
To legally operate within the city, all properties require a Zoning Permit and Business License.
- Limits
The maximum occupancy of all guests is two (2) for each bedroom being offered for rent.
- Penalty
Operating without a CUP, ZP and BL risks enforcement action.
- Where the rule is written
The basic standards a property requires to operate as an STR are sourced from the Norfolk Zoning Ordinance (4.2 and 4.3)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
North Las Vegas, NV
- Permit or license
The applicant must receive an approved Conditional Use Permit before applying for a business license.
- Tax
Don't forget to collect and submit Transient Lodging Tax.
- Limits
660-foot separation requirement from other existing or proposed short-term rentals …
- Where the rule is written
Ordinance 3127 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Orlando, FL
- Limits
One booking at a time.
From the city's own page, read 13 Sep 2026.
Osceola County, FL
- Permit or license
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 …
- Fee
Full Year Fee = $150 basic fee + (Number of rental units x $10)
- Limits
A collective license is limited to 75 units or less and is restricted to counties within one district.
- Where the rule is written
In 2019 section 509.096 was added to Chapter 509, Florida Statutes.
State vacation-rental license (Florida DBPR). The county or city may add its own rules.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Philadelphia, PA
- Permit or license
You must include a Zoning Permit with your application.
- Fee
A non-refundable application fee of $20 is applied toward the license fee.
- Limits
Only an owner or tenant living in the property as their primary residence is eligible.
- Penalty
The permit or license will be revoked if the outstanding fees are not paid within 30 days.
- Where the rule is written
Philadelphia Code – Section 9-3909 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Placer County, CA
- Permit or license
All short-term rentals in eastern Placer County that are located above the 5,000-foot elevation must have a permit to op …
- Tax
A current TOT certificate or application for a TOT certificate (apply for or update a TOT certificate here.)
- Limits
No more than two adults per bedroom, plus two additional adults allowed after 10 p.m. excluding minors under 16.
- Penalty
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 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Polk County, FL
- Permit or license
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 …
- Fee
Full Year Fee = $150 basic fee + (Number of rental units x $10)
- Limits
A collective license is limited to 75 units or less and is restricted to counties within one district.
- Where the rule is written
In 2019 section 509.096 was added to Chapter 509, Florida Statutes.
State vacation-rental license (Florida DBPR). The county or city may add its own rules.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Ruidoso, NM
- Permit or license
You must have a permit to operate a short-term rental in the Village of Ruidoso.
- Fee
Updates include permit fees ($300), annual inspections (compliance reinspections $50), occupancy limits (2 adults per sle …
- Tax
All short-term rentals rented for 29 days or less are required to collect Lodger’s Tax and Gross Receipts Tax (GRT) on …
- Penalty
If you receive notice of a Short-Term Rental hosting violation and don’t fix the problem in a timely manner, we may fin …
- Where the rule is written
Ordinance 2026-10 (June 2026)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Sacramento, CA
- Permit or license
All operators of short-term rental property (a stay of 30 days or less) need to apply for a short-term rental permit.
- Tax
An annual business tax as a hotel of $50 and collection and remittance of transient occupancy tax of 12% from renters i …
- Limits
A short-term vacation rental may operate from a location that is not the operator's primary residence for a total of 90 …
- Where the rule is written
The City Council established a short-term vacation rental permit on January 19, 2016 ( City Code 5.114 ).
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
San Bernardino County, CA
- Permit or license
A Short-Term Rental Permit will be required for the advertising and the rental use of a STR unit in unincorporated dese …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
San Diego, CA
- Permit or license
It is unlawful to operate a STRO without an STRO license on or after May 1, 2023.
- Tax
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 …
- Limits
The number of licenses issued will not exceed 1% of San Diego's total housing units outside the Mission Beach Community …
- Penalty
The actions may include the issuance of a Notice of Violation with an assessment of penalties.
- Where the rule is written
SDMC Chapter 5, Article 10, Division 2 outlines the STRO requirements for Hosting Platforms.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
San Juan County, WA
- Permit or license
The purpose for requiring a permit to conduct land uses is to ensure that they are compatible with County land use and d …
- Where the rule is written
An annual certification of compliance is required to maintain the permit (SJCC 18.40.275 (K)(4)).
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Scottsdale, AZ
- Permit or license
All properties offered for rent less than 30 days require a Scottsdale license …
- Fee
The annual license fee is $250 per property; funds received will go 100 percent to cover costs associated with licensing …
- Tax
Half of the revenue derived from the five percent Transient Tax imposed on properties used as a vacation or short-term r …
- Limits
All dwelling units, including Vacation Rentals and Short-term rentals, shall have a maximum family size of 6 adults (and …
- Where the rule is written
Read Scottsdale City Code Article IX: Vacation Rentals and Short-term Rentals …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Seattle, WA
- Permit or license
Second, you must obtain a short-term rental regulatory license (aka operator's license).
- Fee
The new license will cost $75 per unit and will be valid for one year.
- Tax
In March 2018, Governor Inslee signed into law HB 2015, which changes some of the rules for lodging excise taxes.
- Limits
If you have an operator's license, you may operate up to two dwelling units you own as short-term rentals.
- Penalty
Second and subsequent violations are subject to $1,000 penalties.
- Where the rule is written
Seattle Municipal Code (SMC) 6.600 …
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Shreveport, LA
- Permit or license
If so, you must first obtain a Short-Term Rental (STR) Permit.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
South Haven, MI
The city's page blocks automated reading, so we quote nothing from it. Open the page to read the rules.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Summit County, CO
- Permit or license
All short-term vacation rental properties must receive an STR license prior to advertising or operation.
- Tax
STR owners must remit all applicable taxes.
- Limits
Summit County's regulations for STRs are applicable to properties within the unincorporated areas of Summit County.
- Where the rule is written
Summit County has updated the STR Regulations effective February 15, 2023.
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
Washington, DC
- Permit or license
All hosts must be licensed by April 10, 2022.
- Fee
The total cost for either license is $104.50 for a two-year license.
- Tax
All applicable transient lodging taxes, which will be collected by booking services on behalf of hosts, must be paid.
- Limits
Occupancy in a short-term rental is limited to a maximum of eight guests, or two guests per bedroom, whichever is greater.
- Penalty
Failure to obtain a license will result in enforcement action, including fines.
- Where the rule is written
The Short-Term Rental Regulation Act of 2018 (14 DCMR Section 9901.6)
From the city's own page, read 11 Nov 2026.
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