Tuscaloosa, AL local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Alabama landlord-tenant law.
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| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | In Tuscaloosa, a short-term rental needs a business license from the city before it can operate or be advertised (§ 7-199). |
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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)
In Tuscaloosa, a short-term rental needs a business license from the city before it can operate or be advertised (§ 7-199). Code text: "(b) It shall be unlawful for any person, company, or entity to list, advertise, or hold out for rental, any room or building as a short-term rental without first obtaining a business license under section 7-200 , and including said business license number on the advertisement or listing."
Verified Source: Tuscaloosa, AL Code of Ordinances § 7-199 · last checked 2026-10-16
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