Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Franklin County, ME

Regulation varies across Franklin County: municipalities may require registration, occupancy limits, life-safety equipment, and a designated local contact reachable within 30 minutes (e.g., Rangeley). In unorganized territories under LUPC jurisdiction, STRs are allowed in residential zones but require filing a Short-Term Rental Notice.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Franklin County. 1) For LUPC jurisdiction: File the Short-Term Rental Notice online via the LUPC portal, providing operator info, location, and occupancy. 2) For towns like Rangeley: Submit a registration application to the Town Clerk with local contact info, proof of insurance, and life-safety inventory. 3) For towns without specific STR rules: Consult the local Code Enforcement Officer to determine if the property falls under existing lodging categories (e.g., Bed & Breakfast).

1) For LUPC jurisdiction: File the Short-Term Rental Notice online via the LUPC portal, providing operator info, location, and occupancy. 2) For towns like Rangeley: Submit a registration application to the Town Clerk with local contact info, proof of insurance, and life-safety inventory. 3) For towns without specific STR rules: Consult the local Code Enforcement Officer to determine if the property falls under existing lodging categories (e.g., Bed & Breakfast).