Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Meriden, CT

The Meriden Code requires a valid Certificate of Compliance for any dwelling offered for rent for a valuable consideration and issues Rooming House licenses for shared-kitchen/bathroom units and hotels/motels; Certificate expiration is two years (five years if 'exceeds standards').

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Meriden. 1) Obtain and submit the Certificate of Compliance or Rooming House License application with the appropriate fee to the Housing Division. 2) The Housing Division schedules an inspection; if the unit substantially complies with the Housing Code, a Certificate/License is issued and mailed.

1) Obtain and submit the Certificate of Compliance or Rooming House License application with the appropriate fee to the Housing Division. 2) The Housing Division schedules an inspection; if the unit substantially complies with the Housing Code, a Certificate/License is issued and mailed.