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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hinds County, MS
Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update
Zoning & Conditions
Hinds County’s Zoning Ordinance contains no express 'short-term rental' or 'vacation rental' category; it defines 'Bed and Breakfast Inn' (owner/manager resides on-site; one parking space per bedroom required) and treats hotels/motels as C-3 commercial uses. Ordinance explicitly applies to unincorporated areas and excludes incorporated municipalities (e.g., Jackson, Clinton).
Official Resources
Official Hinds County STR regulation sourceFrequently Asked Questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Hinds County, MS?
Hinds County’s Zoning Ordinance contains no express 'short-term rental' or 'vacation rental' category; it defines 'Bed and Breakfast Inn' (owner/manager resides on-site; one parking space per bedroom required) and treats hotels/motels as C-3 commercial uses. Ordinance explicitly applies to unincorporated areas and excludes incorporated municipalities (e.g., Jackson, Clinton).
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Hinds County?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Hinds County.
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