Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Brunswick, ME

Short-term rentals are classified as rental units and must be registered with the Fire Department Fire Prevention Office. Owners must provide property details, emergency contact information, and fire safety measures; annual validation of registry information is required via electronic notification.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Brunswick. 1. Register the property with the Fire Department Fire Prevention Office (FDFPO) via the Community Connect online portal within 90 days of starting operations. 2. Provide required data including owner/manager contact info, bedroom/bathroom counts, and fire safety measures (e.g., Knox box). 3. Validate the registration annually upon receiving electronic notification from the FDFPO.

1. Register the property with the Fire Department Fire Prevention Office (FDFPO) via the Community Connect online portal within 90 days of starting operations. 2. Provide required data including owner/manager contact info, bedroom/bathroom counts, and fire safety measures (e.g., Knox box). 3. Validate the registration annually upon receiving electronic notification from the FDFPO.