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

Property owners or their legal representative.

2. How do I register a property with the state?

Click here for more information.

3. 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 2025 must be received by November 1, 2024.

4. How much does a permit cost?

$250 per unit.

5. When will I need to renew my permit?

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

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

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

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