Laurel, Mississippi
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jones County
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Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
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Taxes & Fees
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Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Laurel, Mississippi
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Laurel, Mississippi are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Laurel, Mississippi?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Laurel, Mississippi.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Laurel?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Laurel?
Short-term rentals in Laurel are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.
Where do these Laurel short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Laurel'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 Laurel, Jones County, or Mississippi authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.