Jefferson, Ohio
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ashtabula County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
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Short-term rental rules in Jefferson, Ohio
Jefferson, Ohio has no separate city ordinance, so Ashtabula County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $0). A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Jefferson, Ohio?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Jefferson, Ohio.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Jefferson?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $0.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Jefferson?
Short-term rentals in Jefferson are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.
Where do these Jefferson short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Jefferson'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 Jefferson, Ashtabula County, or Ohio authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.