Short-term rental laws in District of Columbia
The District of Columbia sets STR law directly through the Council: STRs must be a primary residence, with unhosted rentals capped at 90 nights a year.
Cities and counties set their own short-term rental rules.
District of Columbia cities
Last reviewed July 2026. Informational and educational only, not legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is created. Rules change and may be enforced differently than written. Verify the current ordinance with your local jurisdiction or counsel before acting.