Category: STR Explainers

Evergreen explainers on short-term rental taxes, permits and compliance concepts.

Jul 26, 2026

Primary-Residence STR Rules: What “Owner-Occupied” Actually Means (2026)

Most cities that require a primary residence for a short-term rental do not require you to own it. The day thresholds, the…
Jul 26, 2026

Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Explained: What Short-Term Rental Hosts Actually Pay (2026)

A transient occupancy tax is a local tax on the guest that you must collect, hold in trust and remit. What it…

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Short-term rental rules for U.S. cities — permits, night caps, occupancy taxes, and a link to the ordinance that says so.

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STR Law Map is a reference desk, not a law firm. Everything here is general information, not legal advice. Short-term rental ordinances change often — always confirm current rules with the jurisdiction before relying on any listing.

Category: STR Explainers

Primary-Residence STR Rules: What “Owner-Occupied” Actually Means (2026)

Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) Explained: What Short-Term Rental Hosts Actually Pay (2026)