Airbnb recommends that hosts familiarize themselves with local rules and regulations concerning short-term rentals.
• Business licenses: Many cities and counties require owners or operators to obtain a business license.
• Building and housing standards: Most local governments and many states have rules and regulations specifying minimum construction, design and maintenance standards for buildings, including regulations on habitability, health and safety. Some cities or counties also require an inspection to make sure property meets minimum standards.
• Zoning: Most cities and counties have laws that address how you can use your home. They are often found in zoning code, planning code or city ordinances.
• Special permit: Some cities or counties require a permit to rent out your home.
• Taxes: Many cities, counties and states require hosts to collect a tax for each overnight stay, and pay that tax to the city or county.
It's also important to understand and follow other contracts or rules, such as leases, timeshare ownership rules, condo board or co-op rules, homeowners association rules, or rules established by tenant organizations. Read your lease agreement and check with your landlord if applicable.
-- Linda S. Haymes
HomeStyle on 08/13/2016