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Fayetteville regulates short-term rentals through a mandatory business license system that distinguishes between owner-occupied (Type 1) and non-owner occupied (Type 2) units, with a strict citywide cap on the latter.
Score: 8 (restrictive)
Fayetteville requires all short-term rental hosts to obtain a specific business license and pass a life-safety fire inspection. If you do not live on-site for at least nine months a year (Type 2), you are subject to a citywide limit of 475 total permits and may need a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) depending on your zoning. Currently, the cap for non-owner occupied units has been reached, and new applicants are placed on a waitlist.
Permit Required
Yes
Night Limit
None
Primary Residence
Not Required
Total Tax Rate
0.1%
Permit Fee
$50
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Disclaimer
Regulatory information is AI-researched for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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