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Prince George's County, MD Short-Term Rentals: Short-Term Rental Permits (2026)

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

Short-term rental permit rules in Prince George's County, MD, also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration, list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.

Key Facts

License Term
Annual (expires on anniversary)
Renewal Deadline
30 days before expiration
Neighbor Notice
Left, right, front, behind
Ownership Proof
Deed + homestead credit
Contact Updates
Within 5 business days

Summary

Registering a short-term rental with DPIE requires proof of ownership, a homestead tax credit copy, insurance and safety attestations, a list of hosting platforms, and written notice of intent to adjacent neighbors and any HOA. Licenses expire annually and must be renewed 30 days before expiration.

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.

(14) Provide proof of intent to apply for the short-term rental license has been provided to the following neighbors and/or individuals in the adjacent homes including but limited to: (A) The neighbors that are to the immediate left … (B) … immediate right … (C) … in front … (D) … behind the short-term rental property;

View official code

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

Full Breakdown

As part of the DPIE application under CB-11-2018 (Subtitle 5, Division 8), the host must provide proof of ownership and a homestead property tax credit copy, attest the unit is their permanent residence, install and photograph smoke and CO detectors and fire extinguishers, post emergency contact information and a fire-exit floor plan, notify any homeowner or condominium association, and prove that written notice of intent to apply was given to the neighbors immediately left, right, front, and behind the property. The host also lists platforms used. Each license expires annually on its issuance anniversary; the host must renew 30 days before expiration and provide a guest log. Contact changes must be reported within five business days.

Violations & Fines

Fraud, misrepresentation, or false statements in the application are grounds for immediate denial or revocation. Failure to maintain all requirements throughout the license term, or to update contact information within five business days, may result in denial or revocation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to tell my neighbors before getting a short-term rental license?
Yes. You must provide proof that notice of intent to apply was given to the neighbors immediately to the left, right, in front of, and behind the short-term rental property.
How often must I renew my Prince George's County STR license?
Each license expires annually on its issuance anniversary. You must apply to renew 30 days before it expires and submit a guest log with the renewal.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Prince George's County

All Prince George's County rules

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