Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Meredith, NH

Airbnb listings are allowed in Meredith, NH, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are permitted as an accessory use to single-family detached dwellings in all districts except Business & Industry, requiring a one-time Special Exception and an annual license. Owner-in-Residence (OIR) rentals are capped at 120 days/year, while Owner-Not-In-Residence (ONIR) are capped at 90 days/year; occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional guests, with strict parking and 24-hour local contact requirements. 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.

Short-term rentals are permitted as an accessory use to single-family detached dwellings in all districts except Business & Industry, requiring a one-time Special Exception and an annual license. Owner-in-Residence (OIR) rentals are capped at 120 days/year, while Owner-Not-In-Residence (ONIR) are capped at 90 days/year; occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional guests, with strict parking and 24-hour local contact requirements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Meredith. 1) Obtain a one-time Special Exception from the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 2) Submit an annual license application with a $400 fee, plot plan, NHDES septic approval, and proof of Rooms & Meals tax ID. 3) Complete a life-safety inspection and checklist with the Meredith Fire Department.

1) Obtain a one-time Special Exception from the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 2) Submit an annual license application with a $400 fee, plot plan, NHDES septic approval, and proof of Rooms & Meals tax ID. 3) Complete a life-safety inspection and checklist with the Meredith Fire Department.

Vrbo is permitted in Meredith, NH 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 Meredith 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 Meredith. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.