Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Madison, MS

Airbnb listings are allowed in Madison, MS, but with restrictions. The City’s Rental Ordinance (RIPLA) requires any single-family or multi-household dwelling used as a rental to have a current Rental License; applicants must submit a signed application, post $25,000 surety (bond/collateral/LOC) per dwelling, and pass a City inspection prior to issuance of a Certificate of Compliance. The Certificate expires after one year or upon termination of the rental agreement; the ordinance does not list separate STR-only occupancy caps, minimum-night stays, host-presence rules, or platform registration on the city rentals page. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

The City’s Rental Ordinance (RIPLA) requires any single-family or multi-household dwelling used as a rental to have a current Rental License; applicants must submit a signed application, post $25,000 surety (bond/collateral/LOC) per dwelling, and pass a City inspection prior to issuance of a Certificate of Compliance. The Certificate expires after one year or upon termination of the rental agreement; the ordinance does not list separate STR-only occupancy caps, minimum-night stays, host-presence rules, or platform registration on the city rentals page.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Madison. 1) File a written Rental License application signed by owner or agent with the City and pay $500 rental permit fee; 2) Post and maintain $25,000 bond/collateral/letter of credit and submit required documents (warranty deed, rental application); 3) City schedules inspections after receipt of required documents; upon passing inspection the City issues a Certificate of Compliance valid one year or until rental termination. Second inspection fee $250 if re-inspection required.

1) File a written Rental License application signed by owner or agent with the City and pay $500 rental permit fee; 2) Post and maintain $25,000 bond/collateral/letter of credit and submit required documents (warranty deed, rental application); 3) City schedules inspections after receipt of required documents; upon passing inspection the City issues a Certificate of Compliance valid one year or until rental termination. Second inspection fee $250 if re-inspection required.

Vrbo is permitted in Madison, MS under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Madison are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Madison. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.