Scottsboro, Alabama

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jackson County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $25.00Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$25.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$25.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7% plus $2 per night (city limits); 3.5% plus $1 per night (police jurisdiction)

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Scottsboro, Alabama

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Scottsboro, Alabama are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $25.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% plus $2 per night applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Scottsboro, Alabama?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Scottsboro, Alabama.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Scottsboro?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $25.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Scottsboro?

Short-term rentals in Scottsboro are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7% plus $2 per night.

Where do these Scottsboro short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Scottsboro'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 Scottsboro, Jackson County, or Alabama authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.