Franklin, New Hampshire

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Merrimack County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $400
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$400License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$400
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year120 (OIR) / 90 (ONIR)
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in any district where single-family dwellings are allowed; prohibited in Industrial (I) and Light Industrial (I-2) districts

Official Sources

Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Franklin, New Hampshire

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Franklin, New Hampshire are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $400).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Franklin, New Hampshire?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Franklin, New Hampshire.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $400.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Franklin?

Yes — Franklin sets a cap of 120 rental nights per year.

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

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