Any property rented or offered for rent in the Town of Barnstable (including Hyannis) must register annually with the Board of Health under Chapter 170 Rental Properties. Short-term rentals must also register with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue. Proposed local general and zoning ordinances specifically regulating short-term rentals were withdrawn by the Town Council on November 5, 2020.
Licensing and Permits
Hyannis requires hosts to obtain an STR license or permit before listing their property on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.
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