Waldorf, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Charles County

Allowed

STR Status

Permit: Not RequiredFee: $150Tax: 6.0%Owner Occupancy Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Charles County which apply to this area.
$150License Cost
6.0%Tax Rate
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNo
License Cost$150
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6.0%

Official Sources

lodgecompliance.com/local-jurisdiction/charles-county-mdfirstalert4.com/2026/05/11/st-charles-county-council-proposes-short-term-rental-regulations/checkmaterentals.com/blog/maryland-short-term-rental-lawssomdnews.com/recorder/news/local/short-term-rentals-favored-by-most-at-meeting/article_b97ceef6-1676-569d-8af1-629cac36cc9c.htmlstcharlescitymo.gov/1259/Short-Term-Rentalstpf.legal/residential-rental-license/
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: May 22, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Waldorf, Maryland

Waldorf, Maryland has no separate city ordinance, so Charles County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed. The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6.0% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Waldorf, Maryland?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed in Waldorf, Maryland. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

No STR permit is required, the fee is $150.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Waldorf?

Short-term rentals in Waldorf are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6.0%.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Waldorf, Charles County, or Maryland authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.