Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Holly Ridge, NC

STRs are defined as rentals for less than 90 consecutive days. Owners are limited to a maximum of one 'whole home' and one 'partial home' rental, each requiring its own permit. The permit and visitor emergency information must be posted conspicuously in the unit, and a 3% occupancy tax applies.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Holly Ridge. 1) Register and apply via Onslow County’s GovOS Short-Term Rental portal (https://onslowcountync.munirevs.com) to obtain the STR Business Permit prior to advertising. 2) Enroll in and remit the 3% occupancy tax via the portal or the county Finance Office; there is no annual permit fee. 3) Post the issued STR Permit and visitor emergency information in a conspicuous place within the rental unit.

1) Register and apply via Onslow County’s GovOS Short-Term Rental portal (https://onslowcountync.munirevs.com) to obtain the STR Business Permit prior to advertising. 2) Enroll in and remit the 3% occupancy tax via the portal or the county Finance Office; there is no annual permit fee. 3) Post the issued STR Permit and visitor emergency information in a conspicuous place within the rental unit.