Short-term rental laws in Massachusetts
Massachusetts created statewide registration and a room-occupancy tax but expressly lets municipalities enact their own zoning and licensing.
Cities and counties set their own short-term rental rules.
Massachusetts 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.