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Merrillville short-term rental rules (2026)

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These rules apply inside Merrillville town limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Last updated: 2026-11-05  ·  Last verified: 2026-11-05  ·  Region: US
ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve. Merrillville adopted an owner-occupied short-term rental ordinance on September 8, 2026; get its text and any permit form from the town before renting.

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Tax on stays
12%
total, on our records
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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Merrillville?

Yes. Merrillville adopted an owner-occupied short-term rental ordinance on September 8, 2026; get its text and any permit form from the town before renting.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Merrillville?

12% in total on stays, on our records.

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