Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Calvert County, MD

Airbnb listings are allowed in Calvert County, MD, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are classified as 'Hotels' and subject to a 5% Accommodations Tax. While draft zoning proposes allowing STRs in FFD, RCD, WCD, and MC districts, current requirements focus on monthly tax reporting and remittance by the 21st of each month. Local incorporated towns like Chesapeake Beach prohibit STRs entirely, while North Beach requires a special exception and inspection. 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.

Short-term rentals are classified as 'Hotels' and subject to a 5% Accommodations Tax. While draft zoning proposes allowing STRs in FFD, RCD, WCD, and MC districts, current requirements focus on monthly tax reporting and remittance by the 21st of each month. Local incorporated towns like Chesapeake Beach prohibit STRs entirely, while North Beach requires a special exception and inspection.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Calvert County.

Vrbo is permitted in Calvert County, MD 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 Calvert County 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 Calvert County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.