Crisfield, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Somerset County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 for Type 1; $200 for Type 2
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Crisfield, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Crisfield, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 for Type 1; $200 for Type). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Crisfield, Maryland?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Crisfield, Maryland. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 for Type 1; $200 for Type.

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

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