Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Edgewater, MD

STRs are defined as occupancy for transient guests for no more than 120 consecutive days per calendar year with a minimum 24-hour rental period. Hosts are limited to registering a maximum of two dwelling units, must provide a 24-hour emergency contact for unhosted rentals, and must ensure hosting platforms display the county-issued registration number.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Edgewater. 1) Complete the Anne Arundel County Short-Term Residential Rental Registration form with a notarized signature and attach proof of ownership and homeowner insurance. 2) Submit the form and attachments to the County License Section and pay the $100.00 fee for a 2-year registration. 3) Receive an approved registration number to be displayed in the dwelling and provided to hosting platforms.

1) Complete the Anne Arundel County Short-Term Residential Rental Registration form with a notarized signature and attach proof of ownership and homeowner insurance. 2) Submit the form and attachments to the County License Section and pay the $100.00 fee for a 2-year registration. 3) Receive an approved registration number to be displayed in the dwelling and provided to hosting platforms.