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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Mashpee, MA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are defined as rentals of at least one night but not more than 31 consecutive calendar days. Occupancy is limited to two people per bedroom. Owners must register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and provide a local 24/7 emergency contact. Properties are subject to mandatory health and safety inspections prior to certificate issuance and annually thereafter.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit a Rental Application to the Mashpee Board of Health including owner contact and designation of a 24/7 responsible local contact; 2) Register each STR property with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (MassTaxConnect) and obtain a DOR Certificate of Registration; 3) Pass required health and safety inspections prior to certificate issuance, with routine inspections conducted annually thereafter.

Official Resources

Official Mashpee STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mashpee, MA?
Short-term rentals are defined as rentals of at least one night but not more than 31 consecutive calendar days. Occupancy is limited to two people per bedroom. Owners must register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and provide a local 24/7 emergency contact. Properties are subject to mandatory health and safety inspections prior to certificate issuance and annually thereafter.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Mashpee?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Mashpee. 1) Submit a Rental Application to the Mashpee Board of Health including owner contact and designation of a 24/7 responsible local contact; 2) Register each STR property with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (MassTaxConnect) and obtain a DOR Certificate of Registration; 3) Pass required health and safety inspections prior to certificate issuance, with routine inspections conducted annually thereafter.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Mashpee?
1) Submit a Rental Application to the Mashpee Board of Health including owner contact and designation of a 24/7 responsible local contact; 2) Register each STR property with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (MassTaxConnect) and obtain a DOR Certificate of Registration; 3) Pass required health and safety inspections prior to certificate issuance, with routine inspections conducted annually thereafter.
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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