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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in South Portland, ME

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

The City defines a short-term residential rental as a temporary rental of less than 30 consecutive days and requires all such rentals to be registered with the City; the ordinance was updated Aug 27, 2019 and registration was required starting Jan 1, 2019. No explicit zone-only allowance, occupancy caps, primary-residence requirement, minimum-night stay, or platform-registration rules are stated on the cited pages.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Create an account and submit the annual short-term rental registration via the City’s online application portal. 2) Attach required documents (e.g., proof of insurance, floor plan) and pay the required fee. 3) Applications typically take two weeks for required approvals, after which the license appears on the applicant dashboard.

Official Resources

Official South Portland STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in South Portland, ME?
The City defines a short-term residential rental as a temporary rental of less than 30 consecutive days and requires all such rentals to be registered with the City; the ordinance was updated Aug 27, 2019 and registration was required starting Jan 1, 2019. No explicit zone-only allowance, occupancy caps, primary-residence requirement, minimum-night stay, or platform-registration rules are stated on the cited pages.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in South Portland?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in South Portland. 1) Create an account and submit the annual short-term rental registration via the City’s online application portal. 2) Attach required documents (e.g., proof of insurance, floor plan) and pay the required fee. 3) Applications typically take two weeks for required approvals, after which the license appears on the applicant dashboard.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in South Portland?
1) Create an account and submit the annual short-term rental registration via the City’s online application portal. 2) Attach required documents (e.g., proof of insurance, floor plan) and pay the required fee. 3) Applications typically take two weeks for required approvals, after which the license appears on the applicant dashboard.
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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