Occupancy Limits: Fitchburg vs Oxford
How do occupancy limits rules compare between Fitchburg, MA and Oxford, MA?
Fitchburg and Oxford have similar restriction levels.
Fitchburg, MA
Worcester County
Worcester County MA short-term rental occupancy limits are set locally under MGL c. 40A zoning authority. MGL c. 64G (state STR law) does not set statewide occupancy caps. Typical Worcester County bylaws limit STRs to 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional, consistent with State Sanitary Code 105 CMR 410.400 minimum habitable space (150 sq ft for first person, 100 sq ft for each additional). The City of Worcester and Fitchburg have adopted STR registration requirements.
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Worcester County
Worcester County MA short-term rental occupancy limits are set locally under MGL c. 40A zoning authority. MGL c. 64G (state STR law) does not set statewide occupancy caps. Typical Worcester County bylaws limit STRs to 2 guests per bedroom plus 2 additional, consistent with State Sanitary Code 105 CMR 410.400 minimum habitable space (150 sq ft for first person, 100 sq ft for each additional). The City of Worcester and Fitchburg have adopted STR registration requirements.
View full Oxford rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fitchburg | Oxford |
|---|---|---|
| State Framework | MGL c. 64G + 105 CMR 410 | MGL c. 64G + 105 CMR 410 |
| Habitability Min | 150 sq ft 1st, 100 ft addl | 150 sq ft 1st, 100 ft addl |
| Typical Local Cap | 2 per bedroom + 2 | 2 per bedroom + 2 |
| DOR Registry | $50 fee required | $50 fee required |
| Insurance | $1M per stay | $1M per stay |
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Fitchburg FAQ
What is the default Worcester County STR occupancy limit?
There is no single county-wide limit. Each town sets its own. State Sanitary Code 105 CMR 410.400 provides a floor, and '2 per bedroom + 2' is a common local formula.
Do Worcester County STRs need state registration?
Yes. All MA STRs (under 31 days, not a hotel) must register with the MA DOR Short-Term Rental Registry, pay the $50 fee, and carry $1M liability insurance under MGL c. 64G.
Oxford FAQ
What is the default Worcester County STR occupancy limit?
There is no single county-wide limit. Each town sets its own. State Sanitary Code 105 CMR 410.400 provides a floor, and '2 per bedroom + 2' is a common local formula.
Do Worcester County STRs need state registration?
Yes. All MA STRs (under 31 days, not a hotel) must register with the MA DOR Short-Term Rental Registry, pay the $50 fee, and carry $1M liability insurance under MGL c. 64G.
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