Occupancy Limits: Rockville vs Takoma Park
How do occupancy limits rules compare between Rockville, MD and Takoma Park, MD?
Rockville and Takoma Park have similar restriction levels.
Rockville, MD
Montgomery County
MoCo limits STRs to six adults per property and two per bedroom. Only the owner primary residence qualifies. ADUs cannot be used as short-term rentals.
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Montgomery County
Montgomery County STR regulations require properties to meet housing code standards under Chapter 26, which sets occupancy limits based on room size and habitable space. STR properties must pass DHCA inspection. Maximum occupancy is determined by the number of bedrooms and the square footage of habitable rooms rather than a flat per-unit cap.
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| Fact | Rockville | Takoma Park |
|---|---|---|
| Max Adults | 6 per property | - |
| Per Bedroom | 2 adults maximum | - |
| ADUs | Not permitted for STR | - |
| Residence | Primary residence only | - |
| Penalty | Up to $1,000 Class A | - |
| Occupancy Rule | - | Per housing code (Ch. 26) |
| Flat Cap | - | None specified in Ch. 54 |
| Inspection | - | DHCA inspects properties |
| Safety | - | Smoke/CO detectors required |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Rockville FAQ
How many guests can stay in a Rockville short-term rental?
Montgomery County limits short-term rentals to six adults (age 18 and older) total and two adults per bedroom. Children are not counted toward the adult cap but total occupancy must meet fire safety standards.
Can I rent my ADU as a short-term rental?
No. Montgomery County explicitly prohibits Accessory Dwelling Units from being used as short-term rentals. Only the primary residence qualifies for a license.
Takoma Park FAQ
Is there a maximum guest count for STRs in Takoma Park?
Montgomery County does not set a flat occupancy cap for STRs. Limits are based on housing code standards (Chapter 26) including minimum square footage per occupant and bedroom count.
Are STR properties inspected?
Yes. DHCA may inspect properties during licensing and in response to complaints. Properties must meet housing code standards including smoke detectors, CO detectors, and adequate egress.
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