Burlington, Vermont
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Chittenden County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- allowed anywhere residential uses are allowed
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Burlington, Vermont
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Burlington, Vermont are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 9% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Burlington, Vermont?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Burlington, Vermont. The home must be the host's primary residence.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Burlington?
A short-term rental permit is required.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Burlington?
Short-term rentals in Burlington are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 9%.
Where do these Burlington short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Burlington'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 Burlington, Chittenden County, or Vermont authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.