Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Kokomo, IN

Airbnb listings are allowed in Kokomo, IN, but with restrictions. Kokomo’s Rental Housing Code requires registration of all rental units; 'transient occupancy' is defined as under two weeks. Bed and Breakfasts must be owner-occupied with up to 6 guest rooms and stays not exceeding 3 consecutive weeks. All units must comply with building codes, inspections, and zoning requirements, though no platform-specific STR rules (like guest caps or 24/7 contacts) are currently codified. A permit is required before you can host. 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.

Kokomo’s Rental Housing Code requires registration of all rental units; 'transient occupancy' is defined as under two weeks. Bed and Breakfasts must be owner-occupied with up to 6 guest rooms and stays not exceeding 3 consecutive weeks. All units must comply with building codes, inspections, and zoning requirements, though no platform-specific STR rules (like guest caps or 24/7 contacts) are currently codified.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Kokomo. 1) Complete the City’s Rental Property Registration form and provide required owner/property information as specified in §160.04; 2) Submit the form to the Rental Housing Officer (City Building Inspector); registration is evidenced by a registration permit and properties must comply with building codes and inspections; 3) The permit remains in effect until revoked or title is transferred.

1) Complete the City’s Rental Property Registration form and provide required owner/property information as specified in §160.04; 2) Submit the form to the Rental Housing Officer (City Building Inspector); registration is evidenced by a registration permit and properties must comply with building codes and inspections; 3) The permit remains in effect until revoked or title is transferred.

Vrbo is permitted in Kokomo, IN under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Kokomo 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 Kokomo. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.