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Milford short-term rental rules (2026)

Delaware · United States
Conditional
These rules apply inside Milford city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.

Permissive; $50/year; no owner-occupancy; no local STR tax; 4-year inspection rotation.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
4.5%
total, on our records

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NOT YET RESEARCHEDStays of 30+ nights

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The full Milford rules

13 rules on record for Milford, 1 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: City of Milford Planning & Economic Development Department (cityofmilford.com, official), checked 6 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Milford?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. Permissive; $50/year; no owner-occupancy; no local STR tax; 4-year inspection rotation.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Milford?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Milford?

4.5% in total on stays, on our records.

When were the Milford rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Milford on 6 Nov 2026.

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