Baldwin County, AL STR Regulations 2026 | HostReady

Baldwin County, AL

Short-Term Rental Regulations

We reviewed the published sources for Baldwin County, AL and have not yet confirmed a citable city-level short-term-rental ordinance.
What applies: AL state lodging tax 4%; no state-level registration is required.
AL state lodging tax 4% plus county/city lodging taxes.
Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have strict STR ordinances.
We only publish rules we can point to a source for, so this stays open until we can.
It updates automatically when it lands.

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Baldwin County, AL Regulations Guide

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Compiled from 2 official government sources and continuously monitored for changes. Always verify current requirements with your local municipality before making investment or operational decisions.

Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local municipality before making investment or operational decisions.

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