Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Osterville, MA

Short-term rentals in the Town of Barnstable (including Osterville) must register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and are subject to state and local room occupancy excise taxes for stays under 31 days offered more than 14 days/year. The Town requires annual rental registration with the Barnstable Health Division under Chapter 170 (rental properties).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Osterville. 1) Register as an operator with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) and remit applicable room occupancy excise taxes; 2) Complete the Town of Barnstable Health Division annual Rental Registration online via the town’s online permitting portal (barnstablema.portal.opengov.com) and pay any required registration fees; 3) For questions or to confirm requirements, contact the Health Division.

1) Register as an operator with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue (DOR) and remit applicable room occupancy excise taxes; 2) Complete the Town of Barnstable Health Division annual Rental Registration online via the town’s online permitting portal (barnstablema.portal.opengov.com) and pay any required registration fees; 3) For questions or to confirm requirements, contact the Health Division.