| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | No specific regulation on record |
| Permit / License Required | No |
| Tax Rate | 2.5% city income tax on rental income; no city STR lodging excise |
| Permit Fee | 0 |
| Primary Residence Required | No |
There are currently no specific short-term rental regulations on record for Dayton, Ohio as of 2026. Hosts operating on Airbnb, VRBO, or other vacation rental platforms must obtain proper licensing: No. The associated permit fees are 0.
Short-term rental operators in Dayton should be aware of these tax obligations: 2.5% city income tax on rental income; no city STR lodging excise.
Key operational rules for vacation rental hosts in Dayton include: Primary residence requirement: No.
Apply for your STR permit or registration directly through the official government portal.
Official Source ↗There are currently no specific short-term rental regulations on record for Dayton. Hosts should verify with local authorities. No STR-specific ordinance as of July 2026. City uses case-by-case nuisance enforcement. Standard city zoning applies. HOA restrictions may apply. City has stated intent to create a data-driven STR dat
Yes. Dayton requires the following for short-term rental operation: No.
Short-term rental hosts in Dayton are subject to the following tax obligations: 2.5% city income tax on rental income; no city STR lodging excise.
Unregulated as of July 2026. Monitor for pending ordinances — city has publicly discussed future STR regulation.
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