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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Oxford, MS

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

The Land Development Code regulates Bed and Breakfast Establishments (allowed as special exceptions in specified districts; must be the owner’s primary residence; limited to no more than five guest bedrooms; parking of one space per leased bedroom; allowed only in an Oxford Historic District or on lots of one acre or more) and regulates Hotels/Motels/Inns as special uses or special exceptions in specified zoning districts. The city code/LDC do not provide explicit rules, caps, primary-residence requirements, nightly minimums, platform registration, or a residential STR permit process for whole-home vacation rentals.

Official Resources

Official Oxford STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Oxford, MS?
The Land Development Code regulates Bed and Breakfast Establishments (allowed as special exceptions in specified districts; must be the owner’s primary residence; limited to no more than five guest bedrooms; parking of one space per leased bedroom; allowed only in an Oxford Historic District or on lots of one acre or more) and regulates Hotels/Motels/Inns as special uses or special exceptions in specified zoning districts. The city code/LDC do not provide explicit rules, caps, primary-residence requirements, nightly minimums, platform registration, or a residential STR permit process for whole-home vacation rentals.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Oxford?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Oxford.
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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