Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Dennis, MA

Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom plus two. Operators must provide 24/7 local contact information capable of responding within one hour, maintain safety devices (smoke/CO detectors, fire extinguisher), and keep a 2-year guest register. Units with affordability covenants or outstanding code violations are ineligible for STR use.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Dennis. 1) Register each property with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue via MassTaxConnect to obtain a Certificate of Registration. 2) Apply for a Town of Dennis Short-Term Rental Occupancy Certificate via the online permitting portal, attaching the state certificate and paying the annual fee ($250 for 2024; $500 for 2025). 3) Complete required health/safety inspections and renew the certificate annually.

1) Register each property with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue via MassTaxConnect to obtain a Certificate of Registration. 2) Apply for a Town of Dennis Short-Term Rental Occupancy Certificate via the online permitting portal, attaching the state certificate and paying the annual fee ($250 for 2024; $500 for 2025). 3) Complete required health/safety inspections and renew the certificate annually.