Pass Christian, Mississippi

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Harrison County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$400 annual STR fee + $20 privilege/business license
Renewalannual (September 30 to September 30)
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap50 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

pass-christian.com/departments/building-code-and-code-enforcement/
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pass Christian, Mississippi

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Pass Christian, Mississippi are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $400 annual STR fee + $20 priv).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pass Christian, Mississippi?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Pass Christian, Mississippi.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Pass Christian?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $400 annual STR fee + $20 priv.

Where do these Pass Christian short-term rental rules come from?

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