Burlington restricts most short-term rentals to a host's primary residence, banning investor-owned dedicated STRs in most residential zones to protect long-term rental supply during a severe housing shortage.
Under CDO Sec. 5.4.5, hosts may operate Home Stay (host present) or Limited Home Rental (whole-home up to 30 nights per year while host is away) only at their declared primary residence, defined as the property occupied at least 270 days annually. Dedicated non-owner-occupied STRs are prohibited in most Residential Low Density and Residential Medium Density districts, though grandfathered units adopted before 2022 may continue with renewed registration. Documentation includes Vermont driver license, voter registration, and homestead declaration filed with the state.
Operating a non-primary STR in a restricted district triggers $500 daily fines, registration revocation, and zoning enforcement that can require restoration to long-term rental use.
Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
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