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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Durham County, NC

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No Durham-specific short-term rental ordinance or dedicated STR permit program appears in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) or on Durham city/county permitting pages. The UDO defines and regulates overnight accommodation categories (e.g., bed & breakfast, hotel, extended-stay) but does not separately define or list 'short-term rental' as a distinct regulated use; STR operators must therefore comply with applicable UDO use categories, local zoning rules, minimum housing/building codes, and any City programs (e.g., PRIP) that apply to rental properties.

Official Resources

Official Durham County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Durham County, NC?
No Durham-specific short-term rental ordinance or dedicated STR permit program appears in the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) or on Durham city/county permitting pages. The UDO defines and regulates overnight accommodation categories (e.g., bed & breakfast, hotel, extended-stay) but does not separately define or list 'short-term rental' as a distinct regulated use; STR operators must therefore comply with applicable UDO use categories, local zoning rules, minimum housing/building codes, and any City programs (e.g., PRIP) that apply to rental properties.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Durham County?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Durham County.

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