Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Fairhaven, MA

STRs are limited to one- or two-family or multifamily dwellings (excluding accessory buildings) with a town-wide cap of 120 active registrations. Requirements include one on-site parking space per bedroom, a minimum rental duration of 20 hours, and a maximum occupancy of two persons per bedroom plus two additional guests.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Fairhaven. 1. Submit a registration application to the Fairhaven Building Department including proof of registration with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. 2. For initial applications, notify all abutters within 300 feet and provide proof of notification to the Town. 3. Pay the $200 fee and pass a mandatory safety inspection by the Building Commissioner or Fire/Health Departments; registrations must be renewed annually by December 31.

1. Submit a registration application to the Fairhaven Building Department including proof of registration with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. 2. For initial applications, notify all abutters within 300 feet and provide proof of notification to the Town. 3. Pay the $200 fee and pass a mandatory safety inspection by the Building Commissioner or Fire/Health Departments; registrations must be renewed annually by December 31.