New Windsor, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Carroll County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredProcessing: 60 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
410 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time60 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap410 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Only in districts where short-term rental is an authorized use

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in New Windsor, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in New Windsor, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in New Windsor, Maryland?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in New Windsor?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Where do these New Windsor short-term rental rules come from?

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