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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in East Baton Rouge Parish County, LA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Owner-occupied rentals are restricted to one bedroom less than the total bedrooms and require the owner to be present; non-owner-occupied rentals require a permit, have occupancy limits of two persons per bedroom plus two, and must provide one parking space per bedroom used for rental. All operators must register to remit sales/use/occupancy taxes and are subject to a one-year suspension after three adjudicated violations in a calendar year.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit an online application via the City-Parish permitting portal (mygovernmentonline.org); 2) Provide proof of an occupational license or platform tax registration, a parking plan, and pay the $100 permit fee; 3) The permit remains valid unless the STR ceases operation for one year.

Official Resources

Official East Baton Rouge Parish County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in East Baton Rouge Parish County, LA?
Owner-occupied rentals are restricted to one bedroom less than the total bedrooms and require the owner to be present; non-owner-occupied rentals require a permit, have occupancy limits of two persons per bedroom plus two, and must provide one parking space per bedroom used for rental. All operators must register to remit sales/use/occupancy taxes and are subject to a one-year suspension after three adjudicated violations in a calendar year.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in East Baton Rouge Parish County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in East Baton Rouge Parish County. 1) Submit an online application via the City-Parish permitting portal (mygovernmentonline.org); 2) Provide proof of an occupational license or platform tax registration, a parking plan, and pay the $100 permit fee; 3) The permit remains valid unless the STR ceases operation for one year.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in East Baton Rouge Parish County?
1) Submit an online application via the City-Parish permitting portal (mygovernmentonline.org); 2) Provide proof of an occupational license or platform tax registration, a parking plan, and pay the $100 permit fee; 3) The permit remains valid unless the STR ceases operation for one year.

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction