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Carthage short-term rental rules (2026)

Missouri · United States
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These rules apply inside Carthage city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit.

First STR ordinance for Carthage; all hosts must obtain a permit before listing.

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

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The full Carthage rules

12 rules on record for Carthage, 9 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: carthagemo.gov (official), checked 1 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Carthage?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. First STR ordinance for Carthage; all hosts must obtain a permit before listing.

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

Yes, a license or registration is required.

When were the Carthage rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Carthage on 1 Nov 2026.

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