Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Windham, NH

STRs are permitted only via Conditional Use Permit (CUP): owner-occupied STRs allowed by CUP in Rural and Residence A districts; non-owner-occupied STRs allowed by CUP in Village Center only; STRs are prohibited in Accessory Dwelling Units; occupancy limited to 2 persons per bedroom + 1; required smoke/CO detectors and fire extinguishers; parking = 1 off-street space per bedroom, no street parking; local 24/7 contact required to respond within 2 hours; CUPs valid one year and require annual reporting on rental nights, occupancy, complaints, and safety maintenance.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Windham. 1) Submit a Conditional Use Permit application to the Planning Board through the Community Development Department including a completed CUP application form with scaled site and floor plans, septic approval documentation, contact details, proof of NH Meals & Rooms tax compliance, an abutter list with mailing envelopes/labels, and the application fee established by the Board of Selectmen. 2) The Planning Board will schedule and conduct a public hearing on the CUP application and vote. 3) If granted, the CUP is valid one year; CUPs may be renewed by the Community Development Department if no changes occur; CUP holders must maintain records and submit an annual report at renewal.

1) Submit a Conditional Use Permit application to the Planning Board through the Community Development Department including a completed CUP application form with scaled site and floor plans, septic approval documentation, contact details, proof of NH Meals & Rooms tax compliance, an abutter list with mailing envelopes/labels, and the application fee established by the Board of Selectmen. 2) The Planning Board will schedule and conduct a public hearing on the CUP application and vote. 3) If granted, the CUP is valid one year; CUPs may be renewed by the Community Development Department if no changes occur; CUP holders must maintain records and submit an annual report at renewal.