Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Holden, MA

Short-term rentals are listed in Holden’s Table of Use Regulations as “Air BNB - short term rental” and are only permitted by Special Permit in applicable zoning districts. Accessory apartments (ADUs) require owner-occupancy, and the special permit for an ADU automatically terminates if the owner no longer occupies the dwelling as their principal residence.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Holden. 1) File a Special Permit application with the Zoning Board of Appeals or Planning Board, including a written application, statement of proposed use, and site plan. 2) Attend a public hearing held within 65 days of filing, while town agencies (Health, DPW, Conservation, etc.) review the application. 3) Receive approval with any conditions issued by the Board.

1) File a Special Permit application with the Zoning Board of Appeals or Planning Board, including a written application, statement of proposed use, and site plan. 2) Attend a public hearing held within 65 days of filing, while town agencies (Health, DPW, Conservation, etc.) review the application. 3) Receive approval with any conditions issued by the Board.