Massillon, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Stark County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
200 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year14 consecutive days per stay (not per year)
Density / Distance Capone per block face in one-family residential zones
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/massillon/latest/massillon_oh/0-0-0-26589
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Massillon, Ohio

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

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Massillon, Ohio?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

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

Yes — Massillon sets a cap of 14 rental nights per year.

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

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