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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Brewster, MA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Brewster has not adopted a local short-term rental registration/licensing bylaw and its zoning does not expressly permit STRs; ADUs are explicitly prohibited from short-term rental use in the Town code. State law (M.G.L. c.64G) requires DOR registration and room occupancy excise tax remittance for STRs, and other state requirements apply (e.g., $1M liability insurance and safety inspections).

Official Resources

Official Brewster STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Brewster, MA?
Brewster has not adopted a local short-term rental registration/licensing bylaw and its zoning does not expressly permit STRs; ADUs are explicitly prohibited from short-term rental use in the Town code. State law (M.G.L. c.64G) requires DOR registration and room occupancy excise tax remittance for STRs, and other state requirements apply (e.g., $1M liability insurance and safety inspections).
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Brewster?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Brewster.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction