Duck

North Carolina · United States
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These rules apply inside Duck town limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Last updated: 2026-10-29  ·  Last verified: 2026-10-29  ·  Region: US
ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve. No town STR permit, fee or night cap; 12.75% tax (4.75% state, 2% county sales, 6% Dare County occupancy).

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Tax on stays
12.75%
total, on our records
Licence
Not required
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $500
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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Duck?

Yes. No town STR permit, fee or night cap; 12.75% tax (4.75% state, 2% county sales, 6% Dare County occupancy).

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

No short-term rental licence is required on our records.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Duck?

12.75% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Duck?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Duck?

Fines of up to $500 are on record.

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