Forest Park, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hamilton County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 for single-family and two-family houses; $100 per building + $10 per unit for multi-family
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

forestpark.org/government/community_development/rental_registration/index.php
Data confidence: 65%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Forest Park, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Forest Park, Ohio are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 for single-family and two).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Forest Park, Ohio?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Forest Park, Ohio.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Forest Park?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 for single-family and two.

Where do these Forest Park short-term rental rules come from?

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