Short-Term Rentals in Attleboro, MA

Attleboro maintains 17 local ordinances across all categories, and 2 of those deal specifically with short-term rentals. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Attleboro falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Short-Term Rental Parking Rules

STR properties in Attleboro must comply with the city's general parking regulations. During snow emergencies under Ordinance 10-5.1(A), parking is prohibited on both sides of all public streets. Off-street parking requirements in the zoning code also apply.

Key details: Snow Ban: Both sides of all streets prohibited. Code: Ordinance 10-5.1(A). Zoning: Off-street parking requirements apply. Guest Duty: Must comply with all parking rules.

Parking plan non-compliance may affect STR license renewal. Street parking violations: standard municipal fines. Winter ban: towing.

Insurance Requirements

Massachusetts state law preempts this topic. MGL c.175, §4F (added by Chapter 337 of the Acts of 2018) requires every short-term rental operator in Attleboro to maintain at least $1,000,000 in liability insurance per stay, unless the booking platform provides equal or greater coverage. Attleboro has not adopted a separate local insurance ordinance.

Key details: Statute: MGL c.175 §4F. Enabling Act: Acts of 2018 c.337. Minimum Coverage: $1,000,000 per stay. Platform Carve-Out: Equal/greater platform coverage OK. Local Add-On: None in Attleboro code.

Operating a short-term rental in Attleboro without the $1,000,000 liability coverage required by MGL c.175, §4F is a violation of the Massachusetts STR law. The Department of Revenue may revoke or refuse to issue the STR Certificate of Registration under MGL c.64G, §6, and platforms are required by MGL c.64G, §13 to delist non-compliant operators. Civil exposure for an uninsured incident at the rental falls personally on the operator.

Compared to other cities, Attleboro takes a harder line on insurance requirements. The enforcement and penalty structure reflects that.

The Bottom Line

Attleboro's short-term rentals rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Attleboro is broadly strict or permissive.

This guide is based on Attleboro's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.