Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Orleans County, VT

Short-term rentals are subject to a 9% Rooms and Meals Tax and a 3% STR surcharge (effective Aug 1, 2024). Operations with 3+ units or those serving prepared food require a Department of Health lodging license; smaller operations must still comply with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code overseen by the Division of Fire Safety.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Orleans County. 1. Determine if a Department of Health lodging license is required (needed for 3+ units or if food is served). 2. Register for a Meals and Rooms Tax account via myVTax and remit the 3% STR surcharge using Form MRT-441 for rents collected on or after August 1, 2024. 3. Ensure compliance with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code for fire safety inspections.

1. Determine if a Department of Health lodging license is required (needed for 3+ units or if food is served). 2. Register for a Meals and Rooms Tax account via myVTax and remit the 3% STR surcharge using Form MRT-441 for rents collected on or after August 1, 2024. 3. Ensure compliance with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code for fire safety inspections.