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Springfield, MA local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-15

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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)Yes.

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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)

Yes. Short-term rentals must be registered with the City and may only be home share, limited share or owner-adjacent units. The operator must live there 9 of 12 months, or live in an adjacent unit. Only one party may rent at a time. Guests are capped at 8, or 2 per bedroom, with no more than 4 bedrooms. Income-restricted units are not eligible.

Verified Source: Springfield Code ch. 238, §§ 238-2, 238-4, 238-5, 238-6 · last checked 2026-10-15

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