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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sugarcreek, OH

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

The Village of Sugarcreek’s published zoning ordinance does not expressly list a short-term/vacation-rental use category; Tuscarawas County requires transient-occupancy registration and collection/remittance of the county lodging excise tax for 'hotels/lodging/short term rentals' (3% excise). No city-level standalone STR ordinance or permit guidance was found on the village’s official pages as of 2026-03-01.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Complete and submit the Tuscarawas County 'Application for Transient Occupancy Registration' to the Tuscarawas County Hotel/Motel Tax Office/Auditor; 2) Collect and remit the county lodging excise tax (3%) monthly—tax returns and payment are due by the 15th of each month; 3) The County will mail a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate for public display.

Official Resources

Official Sugarcreek STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sugarcreek, OH?
The Village of Sugarcreek’s published zoning ordinance does not expressly list a short-term/vacation-rental use category; Tuscarawas County requires transient-occupancy registration and collection/remittance of the county lodging excise tax for 'hotels/lodging/short term rentals' (3% excise). No city-level standalone STR ordinance or permit guidance was found on the village’s official pages as of 2026-03-01.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Sugarcreek?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Sugarcreek. 1) Complete and submit the Tuscarawas County 'Application for Transient Occupancy Registration' to the Tuscarawas County Hotel/Motel Tax Office/Auditor; 2) Collect and remit the county lodging excise tax (3%) monthly—tax returns and payment are due by the 15th of each month; 3) The County will mail a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate for public display.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Sugarcreek?
1) Complete and submit the Tuscarawas County 'Application for Transient Occupancy Registration' to the Tuscarawas County Hotel/Motel Tax Office/Auditor; 2) Collect and remit the county lodging excise tax (3%) monthly—tax returns and payment are due by the 15th of each month; 3) The County will mail a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate for public display.

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