How to check specific town allow STR?

[Amit Desai]

Hi,

I am searching for one location where I can set up AIRBNB, but not sure that particular location allow STR.

Is there a way I can find it out to see if I can do AIRBNB or not?

NOTE: I have not yet shortlisted the location list but in process to finalize very soon, however, I am not sure each of them allow AIRBNB or not?

Any help would be helpful.

Thanks

[Alex S.]

Someone on the planning commission can tell you the rules.  I have tried to dig up the actual city code and read it, but it was a lost cause.  Too much bureaucracy and legal speak to be sure.  Now I always call them.  Also, I would advise against emailing them.

One day I emailed 4 different municipalities about the legality of STRs/AirBnB in their district.  All four said "no."  I called and explained it to them (and I was friendly!)...2 of them said I was actually good to go.

1 more thing...if the property is outside of the city limits, I'd still call the county. It is less common, but some counties even have STR restrictions.