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1. Who is eligible to host a short-term rental?

Property owners or their legal representative.

2. When do I have to apply for a permit for my short-term rental?

Permit applications for the following year must be received by November 1^st of the preceding year. I.e. permit applications for 2024 must be received by November 1, 2023.

3. How much does a permit cost?

$250 per unit.

4. When will I need to renew my permit?

Renewal applications must be received by November 1^st of each year.

5. What taxes and fees will I need to pay?

All taxes on the properties must be current at time of application. The application fee is $250.

6. What are my responsibilities while hosting a short-term rental?

All responsibilities of a STR rental host are enumerated in the town’s Short-term Rental Regulation.

7. What happens if I don’t have a permit for my short-term rental?

The Town of Nantucket may assess fines for each day that the Short-term rental is in operation until the short-term rental ceases operation or is permitted in accordance with the regulation.

8. How can I make a complaint about a short-term rental in my neighborhood?

Call the Short-Term Rental Hotline at 508-689-5377.