Frederick, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Frederick County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$240 per unit for a two-year license
Renewalevery 2 years
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

cityoffrederickmd.gov/1588/Rental-Licensing-Ordinance
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Frederick, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Frederick, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $240 per unit for a two-year l).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Frederick, Maryland?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $240 per unit for a two-year l.

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

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