Cary

Cary does not have a dedicated short-term rental ordinance and does not require a specific STR permit or city-level registration. Hosts must comply with general town ordinances regarding noise, parking, and minimum housing standards. A 6% Room Occupancy Tax is collected by Wake County, which is typically handled automatically by major platforms like Airbnb.

To host an Airbnb in Cary, you're in luck: the town doesn't require any special permits or licenses to get started. You simply need to ensure your home follows general safety and housing standards, like having working smoke detectors and managing trash and parking appropriately. However, the most important step is checking with your Homeowners Association (HOA), as many neighborhoods in Cary have their own rules that might ban short-term rentals. While the town is hands-off, you are still responsible for the 12.75% total tax on stays, though Airbnb usually handles the collection and payment for you.