Emmitsburg, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Frederick County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
70 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75 base, plus $10 per rental unit beyond the first within the same dwelling
Renewalevery 3 years
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

  • You can rent one room in a single-family home in a single-family zone. If you want to rent more than one room, you must follow the zoning rules for that area.

Official Sources

Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Emmitsburg, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Emmitsburg, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75 base, plus $10 per rental ).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Emmitsburg, Maryland?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75 base, plus $10 per rental .

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

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