Short-Term Rental Regulations in Ohio

State Overview
No statewide STR preemption currently in force. Bills SB 104 and HB 563 (136th General Assembly, 2025-2026) would bar local bans/zoning restrictions on STRs, but both remain pending in committee as of mid-2026 and have not been enacted; local governments retain full regulatory authority. The state imposes a 5.75% State Sales Tax in addition to any local taxes.

Cities in Ohio

City Permit Tax Rate Day Limit Primary Res.
Cincinnati ✓ Required 7% No limit No →
Columbus ✓ Required 13.1% No limit Varies →
Hocking Hills Not required 13.25% No limit No →

Ohio's STR Landscape

Ohio does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. The state imposes a 5.75% State Sales Tax in addition to local taxes.

Regulation varies significantly across cities. Some cities (Columbus) require primary residence, while others (Cincinnati, Hocking Hills) allow non-owner-occupied rentals. Tax rates vary from 7% to 13.25%.

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Other States

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