Bedford, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cuyahoga County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $150.00Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$150.00License Cost
1000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150.00
Renewal1 year
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1000 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Residential Districts only

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/bedford/latest/bedford_oh/0-0-0-91356
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bedford, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bedford, Ohio are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150.00). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bedford, Ohio?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Bedford, Ohio. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150.00.

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

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