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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Grandview Heights, OH

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

A Short-Term Rental is defined as renting a dwelling or unit for less than 30 consecutive days. Single-family homes may rent rooms only if the property owner lives and resides in the home during the rental; in multi-family buildings one unit must permanently reside in the unit while managing another unit as an STR. Dwellings used as STRs must meet building/fire safety (smoke detectors, fire extinguisher), maintain required parking, show proof of insurance ($300,000), and provide occupancy limits and platform listings as part of registration.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Attend a required pre-application meeting and submit a Planning Commission application with a $100 fee to the Building & Zoning Department. 2) Upon Planning Commission approval, download and submit the STR Permit application from the City website. 3) Schedule and pass a team inspection with the Building and Electrical Inspectors to receive the permit, which is valid for 12 months and renewed via OpenGov.

Official Resources

Official Grandview Heights STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Grandview Heights, OH?
A Short-Term Rental is defined as renting a dwelling or unit for less than 30 consecutive days. Single-family homes may rent rooms only if the property owner lives and resides in the home during the rental; in multi-family buildings one unit must permanently reside in the unit while managing another unit as an STR. Dwellings used as STRs must meet building/fire safety (smoke detectors, fire extinguisher), maintain required parking, show proof of insurance ($300,000), and provide occupancy limits and platform listings as part of registration.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Grandview Heights?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Grandview Heights. 1) Attend a required pre-application meeting and submit a Planning Commission application with a $100 fee to the Building & Zoning Department. 2) Upon Planning Commission approval, download and submit the STR Permit application from the City website. 3) Schedule and pass a team inspection with the Building and Electrical Inspectors to receive the permit, which is valid for 12 months and renewed via OpenGov.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Grandview Heights?
1) Attend a required pre-application meeting and submit a Planning Commission application with a $100 fee to the Building & Zoning Department. 2) Upon Planning Commission approval, download and submit the STR Permit application from the City website. 3) Schedule and pass a team inspection with the Building and Electrical Inspectors to receive the permit, which is valid for 12 months and renewed via OpenGov.
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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