Short-term rentals in Charlotte, North Carolina are defined as the rental of a residential dwelling unit for periods of less than 30 days

Yes, There are regulations that affect short term rental in Charlotte.

Yes, There are a few short term related taxes.

Yes, individuals are permitted to operate short-term rentals (STRs) in Charlotte, North Carolina, as long as they comply with all applicable regulations and obtain a Short-Term Rental Permit from the City of Charlotte.

While neighborhood approval is not required by the city of Charlotte, some homeowners associations (HOAs) or community groups may have their own rules or regulations regarding STRs. Hosts should check with their community group to ensure that they are in compliance with any applicable rules or regulations.

No, you do not need a neighborhood approval

In Charlotte, North Carolina, short-term rentals are allowed in certain zoning districts, including residential and mixed-use districts. However, hosts must obtain a Short-Term Rental Permit from the City of Charlotte.

Yes, There are a few short term related taxes.

Yes, you are required to have a license to operate STR in Charlotte, North Carolina.

• North Carolina Sales Tax: 6.75-7.5% of the listing price including any cleaning and guest fees for reservations less than 90 nights
• Mecklenburg County occupancy tax: If you rent out a room or space for less than 90 consecutive days, you may need to collect and remit a county occupancy tax of 8%.
• Mecklenburg County prepared food and beverage tax: If you offer meals or beverages to your guests, you may need to collect and remit a county tax of 1%.

There are no exempted Jurisdictions.

Studio apartments

1 Bedroom apartments

2 Bedroom apartments

3 bedroom apartments

Yes Occupancy Limits affect short term rental.

• Property owners must ensure to comply to all applicable federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to, tax code, building code, fire code and environmental health regulations
• property owner must not allow parties, events, wedding reception and
• The property owner shall conspicuously post the name and telephone number of the local manager information inside and on the exterior of the short-term whole-dwelling rental large gatherings on the premises.
• property owners should keep records of guest that stayed at the short term rentals for the past 365 days. and make the information available for inspection upon request

Certificate of Occupancy: A document issued by Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement planning department valid for one year.

Requirement:

To obtain the permit, hosts must meet certain requirements and provide documentation such as proof of insurance, a property inspection report, and a signed affidavit acknowledging compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.

Fees:

it cost $100 per year

The City of Charlotte, North Carolina, require all short-term rental properties to display a license number on all online listings and advertisements.

Short-term rental owners in Charlotte, are required to comply with other regulations such as noise regulations. The noise ordinance prohibits loud, disruptive noises between the hours of 10:00 pm and 7:00 am that are audible beyond the property line. The maximum allowable noise level is 60 decibels during the day and 50 decibels during the night.

Parking Facilities: one off street parking space is required on-site for each bedroom to be rented. Each parking vehicle space shall meet the minimum dimensional requirement of the charlotte land developments Manual (CLDSM)

• A first offense noise violation in Charlotte may result in a fine of up to $100, while subsequent violations may result in fines of up to $250. In addition to fines, hosts who repeatedly violate noise regulations may also be subject to other penalties, such as the revocation of their Short-Term Rental permit or legal action by affected neighbors or community groups.
• Failure to comply and provide parking requirement, will lead to invoking of short term rental permit

Yes

To contact the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Department regarding Short-Term Rentals (STRs), you can visit their website at https://charlottenc.gov/planning/Pages/default.aspx and look for the "Short-Term Rentals" section under the "Development Services" tab.

Alternatively, you can call the Planning Department at (704) 336-2205 or visit their office in person at:

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Department

600 East Fourth Street, 8th Floor

Charlotte, NC 28202

The office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. You can also email the Planning Department at planning@charlottenc.gov with any questions or concerns you may have about STR regulations and requirements in Charlotte.

There are no exemptions, STR Regulations applies to all within the city of Charlotte, North Carolina.

Certificate of Occupancy: A document issued by Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement planning department valid for one year.

Requirement:

To obtain the permit, hosts must meet certain requirements and provide documentation such as proof of insurance, a property inspection report, and a signed affidavit acknowledging compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements.

Fees:

it cost $100 per year