Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ottawa County, OH

STRs are subject to occupancy limits (2 guests per studio or 2 per bedroom plus 2 additional). Operators must designate a 'Responsible Local Person' available 24/7 to respond within 60 minutes and maintain liability insurance of at least $300,000. Units must prominently display the operating certificate and an advisory notice to guests.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ottawa County. 1. Submit a Short-Term Rental Operating Certificate application to the City of Port Clinton with a $300 initial fee ($100 renewal) and proof of $300,000 liability insurance. 2. Register the establishment with the Ottawa County Auditor via the Localgov platform within 30 days of commencing business to pay the 3% lodging excise tax. 3. Renew the city registration annually by March 1st.

1. Submit a Short-Term Rental Operating Certificate application to the City of Port Clinton with a $300 initial fee ($100 renewal) and proof of $300,000 liability insurance. 2. Register the establishment with the Ottawa County Auditor via the Localgov platform within 30 days of commencing business to pay the 3% lodging excise tax. 3. Renew the city registration annually by March 1st.