Big Prairie, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Holmes County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $480Tax: 7%

$480License Cost

7%Tax Rate

200 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes

License Cost$480

Renewalannual

Business License RequiredNot specified

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified

Primary Residence RequiredNot specified

Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap200 ft

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7%

Official Sources

columbus.gov/Business-Development/Get-a-Permit/Get-a-Short-Term-Rental-Permit gptx.org/Departments/Code-Compliance/Short-term-Rentals/Short-Term-Rental-Permits

Data confidence: 56%Last updated: May 29, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Big Prairie, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Big Prairie, Ohio are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $480). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Big Prairie, Ohio?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Big Prairie, Ohio.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Big Prairie?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $480.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Big Prairie?

Short-term rentals in Big Prairie are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7%.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Big Prairie, Holmes County, or Ohio authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.