Toledo, Ohio
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lucas County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $50
$50License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Toledo, Ohio
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Toledo, Ohio are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Toledo, Ohio?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Toledo, Ohio.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Toledo?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $50.
Where do these Toledo short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Toledo'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 Toledo, Lucas County, or Ohio authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.