Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Greenwich, CT

Airbnb listings are allowed in Greenwich, CT, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (STRs) are defined as rentals for fewer than 30 consecutive nights and are permitted in all zones provided they are located in structures with a Certificate of Occupancy for a dwelling unit. Accessory units approved under Sec. 6-99 are prohibited, sleeping rooms must meet CT State Building Code emergency egress requirements, and only lodging-type uses are allowed (events like weddings or corporate retreats are prohibited). These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals (STRs) are defined as rentals for fewer than 30 consecutive nights and are permitted in all zones provided they are located in structures with a Certificate of Occupancy for a dwelling unit. Accessory units approved under Sec. 6-99 are prohibited, sleeping rooms must meet CT State Building Code emergency egress requirements, and only lodging-type uses are allowed (events like weddings or corporate retreats are prohibited).

Vrbo is permitted in Greenwich, CT under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Greenwich are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Greenwich. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.