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Short-Term Rentals in Newark, OH: What Residents Actually Need to Know

By CityRuleLookup Editorial Team

If you live in Newark or are thinking about moving there, short-term rentals are one of those things you probably won't think about until they affect you directly. Newark has 2 specific rules on the books covering different aspects of short-term rentals, and some of them might surprise you.

Taxes & Fees

Short-term rentals (under 30 days) in Newark are subject to Ohio's 5.75% state sales tax and Licking County's lodging excise tax under Ohio R.C. 5739.09. Airbnb and Vrbo collect state sales tax on behalf of hosts in Ohio.

Key details: State Sales Tax: 5.75%. Licking Co. Lodging: Per Ohio R.C. 5739.09. Newark Municipal STR Tax: None. Airbnb Collection: Yes (state tax). STR Registration: No Newark-specific ordinance.

Failure to register a vacation rental for Ohio sales tax or to remit lodging tax is enforced under Ohio R.C. 5739.99 - up to a first-degree misdemeanor for repeated violations.

Noise Rules

Short-term rentals in Newark must comply with the city's Noise Control Ordinance (Ch. 634), which caps residential sound at 60 dBA day / 50 dBA night and prohibits amplified music and power-tool use 10 p.m.-7 a.m. Hosts are responsible for guest conduct.

Key details: Day Cap: 60 dBA at property line. Night Cap: 50 dBA at property line. Quiet Hours: 10 p.m. - 7 a.m.. Host Liability: Yes - 'person who permits'. Nuisance Closure: Up to 1 year (Ohio R.C. 3767).

Noise violations: minor misdemeanor first ($150), fourth-degree on repeat ($250 + 30 days). Pattern violations can support a nuisance abatement order under Ohio R.C. 3767, which can close the rental property for up to one year.

The Bottom Line

Newark'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 Newark is broadly strict or permissive.

These rules come from Newark's publicly available municipal code. For complete penalty schedules, exemption details, and answers to common questions, see the individual ordinance pages throughout this guide.