Short-term rentals in Prince George's County, MD
Short-term rentals need a DPIE license and must be at your primary residence. Rentals may run up to 90 nights a year with you away or 180 with you present (not combined), with no more than eight guests and three per bedroom.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Prince George's County before you build.
The details
- Provide one off-street parking space for every three overnight guests and notify adjacent neighbors when you apply.High confidence
- You may operate up to 90 days on a pending application once DPIE confirms it's your primary residence.High confidence
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Common questions
- Can I rent my home or ADU by the night in Prince George's County?
- Short-term rentals need a DPIE license and must be at your primary residence. Rentals may run up to 90 nights a year with you away or 180 with you present (not combined), with no more than eight guests and three per bedroom.
Sources
- Prince George's County Code Subtitle 5, Division 8, Short-Term Rentals (§§ 5-174 to 5-175.04, Municode). Checked 2026-10-21
Short-term rental means a residential dwelling unit occupied by a short-term rental guest... for fewer than 31 consecutive days and no more than 90 days per calendar year... if the owner is not present during the rental. A short-term rental may be occupied.…
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