Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Annapolis, MD

City requires online registration via the CSS portal; non-resident licensees must appoint a local property manager. Applicants must provide a State of Maryland Sales & Use Tax License. Anne Arundel County defines short-term rentals as stays of no more than 120 consecutive days and levies an occupancy tax.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Annapolis. 1) Create an account on the City CSS portal (selfserve.annapolis.gov) and select 'Short-Term Rental' under Apply. 2) Complete the application by adding location, contacts (including a local property manager if required), and hosting details. 3) Attach the State of MD Sales & Use Tax License and submit for review.

1) Create an account on the City CSS portal (selfserve.annapolis.gov) and select 'Short-Term Rental' under Apply. 2) Complete the application by adding location, contacts (including a local property manager if required), and hosting details. 3) Attach the State of MD Sales & Use Tax License and submit for review.