Huntsville, Alabama
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Madison County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Not permitted in most residential zoning districts; allowed in specific commercial/industrial zones as primary use or special exception
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Huntsville, Alabama
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Huntsville, Alabama are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 9% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Huntsville, Alabama?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Huntsville, Alabama.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Huntsville?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Huntsville?
Short-term rentals in Huntsville are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 9%.
Where do these Huntsville short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Huntsville's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Huntsville, Madison County, or Alabama authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.