Takoma Park, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Montgomery County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $500
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Montgomery County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
$500License Cost
9000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap9000 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Special/LandRShortTermRental.html
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Takoma Park, Maryland

Takoma Park, Maryland has no separate city ordinance, so Montgomery County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Takoma Park, Maryland?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Takoma Park?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500.

Where do these Takoma Park short-term rental rules come from?

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