Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Silver Spring, MD

Airbnb listings are allowed in Silver Spring, MD, but with restrictions. Short-term residential rentals are allowed only in the owner’s or an owner-authorized resident’s primary residence. Occupancy is limited to a maximum of six adults (max two per bedroom), and if the host is absent, rentals are capped at 120 days per calendar year. Hosts must provide one off-street parking space per rental (unless the listing prohibits parking) and notify immediate neighbors, the municipality, and any applicable HOA/condo associations. 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.

Short-term residential rentals are allowed only in the owner’s or an owner-authorized resident’s primary residence. Occupancy is limited to a maximum of six adults (max two per bedroom), and if the host is absent, rentals are capped at 120 days per calendar year. Hosts must provide one off-street parking space per rental (unless the listing prohibits parking) and notify immediate neighbors, the municipality, and any applicable HOA/condo associations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Silver Spring. 1) Obtain an 8-digit Maryland Central Registration Number (CRN) for sales/use tax and register for the County Room Rental–Transient Tax. 2) Apply online via the Montgomery County DHCA portal, certifying that required neighbor and HOA notifications have been completed. 3) Pay the $500 annual licensing fee and renew the license every year.

1) Obtain an 8-digit Maryland Central Registration Number (CRN) for sales/use tax and register for the County Room Rental–Transient Tax. 2) Apply online via the Montgomery County DHCA portal, certifying that required neighbor and HOA notifications have been completed. 3) Pay the $500 annual licensing fee and renew the license every year.

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