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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Washington County, ME

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

State Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC) rules define a short-term rental (STR) as a dwelling, portion of a dwelling, or residential campsite rented for less than 30 consecutive days; STRs are allowed in LUPC service-area subdistricts where residential dwellings or campsites are allowed, but operators must file a Short-Term Rental Notice with the LUPC. The notice collects contact, location, occupancy and availability information; there is no fee for the notice and LUPC provides best-practice guidance for operators and neighbors.

Official Resources

Official Washington County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Washington County, ME?
State Land Use Planning Commission (LUPC) rules define a short-term rental (STR) as a dwelling, portion of a dwelling, or residential campsite rented for less than 30 consecutive days; STRs are allowed in LUPC service-area subdistricts where residential dwellings or campsites are allowed, but operators must file a Short-Term Rental Notice with the LUPC. The notice collects contact, location, occupancy and availability information; there is no fee for the notice and LUPC provides best-practice guidance for operators and neighbors.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Washington County?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Washington County.

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