College Park, MD local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Maryland landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rental licensing / registration | Yes. |
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
Details & sources
Rental licensing / registration
Yes. Before renting a dwelling unit to anyone other than the owner's immediate family, the owner must get an occupancy permit (rental license) from the City.
Verified Source: College Park Code ch. 144, § 144-3 · last checked 2026-10-15
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Yes. Short-term rentals require a City short-term rental license, and listing on a hosting platform requires one too. Stays are limited to 30 consecutive days. A host may rent no more than 90 days a year if the owner doesn't live there, or 180 days if owner-occupied. Groups are capped at 8 guests, and hotel taxes must be collected.
Verified Source: College Park Code § 144-9 (Ord. 23-O-09) · last checked 2026-10-15
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