West Springfield, Massachusetts

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hampden County

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STR Status

Tax: 5.7%
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Hampden County which apply to this area.
15 nights/yrAnnual Cap
5.7%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year15 nights
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5.7%

Zoning Restrictions

  • A0
  • A1
  • A2
  • A5
  • A7
  • C0
  • C3
  • C5
  • F0
  • F4
  • F5
  • F7
  • F8
  • I1
  • I2
  • I5
  • I6H
  • I7
  • M0
  • M4
  • M5
  • M6
  • M7
  • R5
  • S0C1
  • S3R
  • S5
  • S8
  • S9

Official Sources

wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/new-regulations-proposed-for-short-term-rentals-in-springfield/thereminder.com/local-news/hampden-county/hampden/hampden-voters-approve-local-lodging-tax-by-single-vote/hampdenma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/198/Zoning-Bylaws-PDFmass.gov/info-details/what-do-we-know-about-seasonal-homes-and-short-term-rentalsmass.gov/info-details/re109r25-short-term-residential-vacation-rentalcciaor.com/shorttermrentalsmass.gov/doc/re109r20-short-term-residential-vacation-rental/download
Data confidence: 59%Last updated: May 22, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West Springfield, Massachusetts

West Springfield, Massachusetts has no separate city ordinance, so Hampden County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5.7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in West Springfield, Massachusetts?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in West Springfield, Massachusetts.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in West Springfield?

Short-term rentals in West Springfield are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5.7%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in West Springfield?

Yes — West Springfield sets a cap of 15 rental nights per year.

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