Trappe, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Talbot County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/14/2026
410 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250.00 initial application; $100.00 renewal (per unit)
Renewalannual (expires June 30th each year)
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

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

Official Sources

trappemd.net/rentals
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 14, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Trappe, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Trappe, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250.00 initial application; $).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Trappe, Maryland?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250.00 initial application; $.

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

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