Bowie, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Prince George's County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$110 (plus $50 application fee for new applicants; waived on timely renewals)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cityofbowie.org/2546/Rental-Housing-Program
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bowie, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bowie, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $110 (plus $50 application fee).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bowie, Maryland?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $110 (plus $50 application fee.

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

These details are verified against Bowie'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 Bowie, Prince George's County, or Maryland authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.