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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Cumberland County, NC

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No short-term-rental-specific ordinance or registration was located on official Cumberland County pages or in the County Zoning Ordinance. STR activity in unincorporated Cumberland County would be governed by existing use categories (e.g., 'Bed and Breakfast' and listings for hotels/motels/tourist homes) and is subject to the County’s standard zoning permit (see Sec. 108) and Certificate of Occupancy requirements (see Sec. 109). Operators must also comply with Cumberland County room/occupancy tax filing and applicable health/fire code requirements.

Official Resources

Official Cumberland County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Cumberland County, NC?
No short-term-rental-specific ordinance or registration was located on official Cumberland County pages or in the County Zoning Ordinance. STR activity in unincorporated Cumberland County would be governed by existing use categories (e.g., 'Bed and Breakfast' and listings for hotels/motels/tourist homes) and is subject to the County’s standard zoning permit (see Sec. 108) and Certificate of Occupancy requirements (see Sec. 109). Operators must also comply with Cumberland County room/occupancy tax filing and applicable health/fire code requirements.

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