Middlefield, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Geauga County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalyearly
Permit Cap3 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap3
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-3 Zoning District only

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Middlefield, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Middlefield, Ohio are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Middlefield, Ohio?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

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