Orange Beach, Alabama
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Baldwin County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
70 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap70 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes - certain residential districts only, see Vacation Rental Map
Official Sources
Data confidence: 50%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Orange Beach, Alabama
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Orange Beach, Alabama are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Orange Beach, Alabama?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Orange Beach, Alabama.
Where do these Orange Beach short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Orange Beach'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 Orange Beach, Baldwin County, or Alabama authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.