What are the key requirements for Hartford hosts?

Strict owner-occupancy requirement: unhosted rentals are capped at 21 days per 6-month period.

Are there rental limits in Hartford?

Guest limit is very low: only 4 adults allowed regardless of house size.

What zoning rules apply to STRs in Hartford?

Zoning permit must be renewed every 3 years.

What should Hartford hosts know about lead-safe inspection report is mandatory?

Lead-safe inspection report is mandatory for any home built before 1978.

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Eligibility9 rules

Hartford: Properties with affordable housing restrictions or subsidies cannot be used for short-term rentals.
Hartford does NOT allow tenants to host STRs. Only property owners may operate short-term rentals.
Hartford prohibits STRs in the following property types: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Affordable Housing Units.

Requirements10 rules

Hartford: Zoning permit must be renewed every 3 years.
Hartford: A fire inspection may be required before you can operate. Schedule early as this can delay your start date.
Hartford STR warning: Lead-safe inspection report is mandatory for any home built before 1978.
Hartford STR warning: Zoning permit must be renewed every 3 years.

Application process9 rules

Hartford STR permit - Step 2: Prepare Required Documentation. Gather a professional floor plan with room dimensions, a parking plan, and proof of $500k liability insurance. Required documents: Floor plan, Parking plan, Proof of insurance. Time: 1 week.

Fees & costs1 rule

Hartford charges a registration fee of $150 (one_time).

Taxes1 rule

Hartford charges a State Room Occupancy Tax of 0.15%. This applies to stays under 30 days. Platforms like Airbnb collect and remit this tax. Note: Airbnb and Vrbo collect and remit the 15% tax directly to the CT Department of Revenue Services.

Limits & restrictions8 rules

Hartford limits stays to a maximum of 21 nights.
Hartford: Strict owner-occupancy requirement: unhosted rentals are capped at 21 days per 6-month period.
Hartford: Each person can only register ONE property for short-term rental. You cannot legally operate multiple STRs.
Hartford: Guest limit is very low: only 4 adults allowed regardless of house size.
Hartford enforces quiet hours: 10pm-7am.

Safety requirements1 rule

Hartford requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, fire inspection, posted maximum occupancy, posted emergency contact, Floor area minimum: 70 sq ft for 1 person, 50 sq ft per additional person, Lead-safe inspection report for pre-1978 buildings.

Penalties2 rules

Hartford: Repeated violations can result in permanent permit revocation. You would lose the ability to operate any STR.
Hartford enforces the following penalties for STR violations: First offense: Written warning or notice of violation. Second offense: $100 per day. Third offense: $1000 penalty. Daily fine: $100 per day per unit. Maximum fine: 1000. Permit may be revoked for violations.

Exemptions3 rules

Hartford: If you are present during the guest's stay (hosted rental), night caps may not apply to you.
Hartford exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term rentals (30+ days), extended stays, Bed and Breakfasts, Hotels/Motels.
Hartford: Rentals of 30+ days are generally NOT considered short-term rentals and may be exempt from STR regulations (but may have other requirements).

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