Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Shapleigh, ME

Airbnb listings are allowed in Shapleigh, ME, but with restrictions. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are permitted only when the primary dwelling is owner-occupied and 'shall not be leased or rented as short-term rentals for any time period of less than 12 consecutive months.' General zoning requires one parking space per sleeping room for tourist/boarding uses, and certain uses may require a Conditional Use permit from the Planning Board or a permit from the Code Enforcement Officer. 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.

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are permitted only when the primary dwelling is owner-occupied and 'shall not be leased or rented as short-term rentals for any time period of less than 12 consecutive months.' General zoning requires one parking space per sleeping room for tourist/boarding uses, and certain uses may require a Conditional Use permit from the Planning Board or a permit from the Code Enforcement Officer.

Vrbo is permitted in Shapleigh, ME under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

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