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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Summit County, OH
Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update
Zoning & Conditions
No countywide STR ordinance; regulation is set by individual municipalities. Summit County requires a one-time Residential Rental Registry (no fee). Municipal examples: Hudson requires an annual permit, primary-residency, occupancy limits (2 per bedroom + 3), and annual fire inspections; Barberton requires a license, $1,000,000 liability insurance, and health/safety inspections.
Official Resources
Official Summit County STR regulation sourceFrequently Asked Questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Summit County, OH?
No countywide STR ordinance; regulation is set by individual municipalities. Summit County requires a one-time Residential Rental Registry (no fee). Municipal examples: Hudson requires an annual permit, primary-residency, occupancy limits (2 per bedroom + 3), and annual fire inspections; Barberton requires a license, $1,000,000 liability insurance, and health/safety inspections.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Summit County?
No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Summit County.
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