Bexley, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Franklin County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $75.00Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$75.00License Cost
60Annual Cap
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year60
Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/bexley/latest/bexley_oh/0-0-0-42363
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bexley, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bexley, Ohio are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75.00). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bexley, Ohio?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75.00.

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

Yes — Bexley sets a cap of 60 rental nights per year.

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

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