Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Braintree, MA

No — Airbnb-style short-term rentals are not allowed in Braintree, MA. The Town of Braintree’s zoning/ADU text amendment states explicitly that “No Accessory Dwelling Unit shall be used for a Short-term rental” and includes the explanatory phrase “as the Town of Braintree does not allow Short-term rentals.” The reference uses the state definition (MGL Chapter 64G §1) for short-term rental. No municipal STR registration, permit, or operational conditions (zones, caps, occupancy limits, minimum nights, host-presence, or platform registration) are provided on official Braintree pages. The ban applies to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.), not just Airbnb. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

The Town of Braintree’s zoning/ADU text amendment states explicitly that “No Accessory Dwelling Unit shall be used for a Short-term rental” and includes the explanatory phrase “as the Town of Braintree does not allow Short-term rentals.” The reference uses the state definition (MGL Chapter 64G §1) for short-term rental. No municipal STR registration, permit, or operational conditions (zones, caps, occupancy limits, minimum nights, host-presence, or platform registration) are provided on official Braintree pages.

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

No. Because Braintree, MA prohibits this type of short-term rental, the ban covers Vrbo just as it covers Airbnb and Booking.com — switching platforms does not change the legal status. Last verified 2026-05-14.

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