Wichita

Short-term rentals in Wichita are regulated under Chapter 3.55 of the Municipal Code, requiring a biennial license and adherence to safety and occupancy standards. Hosts must distinguish between owner-occupied and non-owner occupied properties and pay a combined Transient Guest Tax of 8%.

To host an Airbnb in Wichita, you must first obtain a Short-Term Rental License from the city's building department (MABCD). The license costs $125 and lasts for two years. You'll need to show that your home is safe, has working smoke detectors, and that you have at least $500,000 in liability insurance. Once licensed, you are responsible for collecting an 8% Guest Tax from your visitors, though platforms like Airbnb may handle a portion of this for you.