Northwood, Ohio

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Wood County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $225.00Tax: 3%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$225.00License Cost
14Annual Cap
3%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$225.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year14
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Northwood, Ohio

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Northwood, Ohio are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $225.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Northwood, Ohio?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $225.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Northwood?

Short-term rentals in Northwood are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.

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

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

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

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