Key Facts Ordinance Text Full Breakdown Violations FAQ Sources More in Prince George's County

Prince George's County, MD Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)

Heavy Restrictions

Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Maximum Total Guests: 8 at any one time
Per Bedroom: 3 guests maximum
Who May Stay: Registered guests only
Code Location: Subtitle 5, Division 8

Summary

Prince George's County limits every short-term rental to a total of eight guests at any one time, and no more than three guests per bedroom. Only registered short-term rental guests may use the unit. These caps are set in the host requirements of Subtitle 5, Division 8.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Prince George's County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

Shall not permit more than a total of eight (8) guests at any one time and there shall not be more than three (3) guests per bedroom; … Shall not permit any other individuals to utilize the short-term rental other than registered short-term rental guests;

View official code

Official source re-checked September 8, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.

Full Breakdown

Under CB-11-2018 (codified at Subtitle 5, Division 8), a licensed short-term rental host shall not permit more than a total of eight guests at any one time, and there shall not be more than three guests per bedroom. The host shall not permit any individuals other than registered short-term rental guests to use the unit. Off-street parking must be provided at one space for every three overnight guests, so occupancy and parking capacity are linked. The county's official short-term rental FAQ restates these limits: a maximum of eight renters at a time and a maximum of three guests per bedroom. Municipalities within the county may impose stricter occupancy rules.

Violations & Fines

Exceeding eight total guests, exceeding three guests per bedroom, or allowing non-registered individuals to use the rental violates the host requirements and may lead to administrative citations and suspension or revocation of the DPIE short-term rental license.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests can stay in a Prince George's County short-term rental?

No more than eight guests total at any one time, and no more than three guests per bedroom. Only registered short-term rental guests may use the unit.

Can I host a party larger than eight people?

No. The eight-guest cap applies at any one time, and only registered short-term rental guests may be present. Exceeding it can result in citations and license revocation.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Prince George's County

Fence Regulations: Height LimitsSome Restrictions Short-Term Rental PermitsHeavy Restrictions Extended Home ShareLight Restrictions Host Platform LiabilitySignificant Restrictions Repeat Violator StrikesSignificant Restrictions Taxes & FeesHeavy Restrictions Night CapsHeavy Restrictions Noise RulesHeavy Restrictions Host Presence RuleHeavy Restrictions Primary-Residence-Only RuleHeavy Restrictions Insurance RequirementsHeavy Restrictions Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome Restrictions Parking Rules: Preferential Parking DistrictsSome Restrictions Fence Regulations: Fence Permit RequirementsSome Restrictions Fence Regulations: Material RestrictionsSome Restrictions Animal Ordinances: BeekeepingFew Restrictions Animal Ordinances: Bird ProtectionSome Restrictions

All Prince George's County rules

Compare Prince George's County to another location·View the Maryland short-term rentals overview

See something wrong?

Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.