Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ocracoke, NC

Short-term rentals are governed as transient lodging within the Ocracoke Village framework. Requirements include specific parking standards (one space per bedroom for residences; 1.5 spaces per lodging unit for multi-family/inns) and mandatory approvals for water and sewage disposal systems.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ocracoke. 1) Submit a development permit application with a plot plan detailing the number of rental units, parking spaces, and sewage/water methods. 2) Obtain formal approvals for sewage disposal and water supply from the appropriate authorities. 3) Receive a certificate of occupancy approved by both the building inspector and the Ocracoke Development Ordinance enforcement officer before starting operations.

1) Submit a development permit application with a plot plan detailing the number of rental units, parking spaces, and sewage/water methods. 2) Obtain formal approvals for sewage disposal and water supply from the appropriate authorities. 3) Receive a certificate of occupancy approved by both the building inspector and the Ocracoke Development Ordinance enforcement officer before starting operations.