Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Gaithersburg, MD

Airbnb listings are allowed in Gaithersburg, MD, but with restrictions. STRs are limited to one rental contract per unit at a time with a maximum of two adults per bedroom. Rentals are capped at 120 days per year, require a primary resident owner or authorized agent, and must provide one off-street parking space unless the listing prohibits vehicles. A permit is required before you can host. 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.

STRs are limited to one rental contract per unit at a time with a maximum of two adults per bedroom. Rentals are capped at 120 days per year, require a primary resident owner or authorized agent, and must provide one off-street parking space unless the listing prohibits vehicles.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Gaithersburg. 1) Submit a Short-Term Rental license application via the EnerGov online portal or in person at City Hall. 2) Pay the $150 application fee. 3) Ensure compliance with Hotel Tax collection and annual renewal requirements.

1) Submit a Short-Term Rental license application via the EnerGov online portal or in person at City Hall. 2) Pay the $150 application fee. 3) Ensure compliance with Hotel Tax collection and annual renewal requirements.

Vrbo is permitted in Gaithersburg, MD under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.