Grandview Heights, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Franklin County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100Owner Occupancy Required

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

$100License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes

License Cost$100

Renewal12 months

Business License RequiredNot specified

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes

Primary Residence RequiredYes

Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

residential districts only

Official Sources

grandviewheights.gov/424/Short-Term-Rentals-STR

Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Grandview Heights, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Grandview Heights, Ohio are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Grandview Heights, Ohio?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Grandview Heights?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.

Where do these Grandview Heights short-term rental rules come from?

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