What should Granville hosts know about 5% density cap: permits are?

5% Density Cap: Permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis and may be unavailable if the district cap is met.

What zoning rules apply to STRs in Granville?

Primary Residency: Hosts in most residential zones must live in the property for at least 51% of the year.

What are the key requirements for Granville hosts?

Local Contact: You must provide a 24-hour contact person who can respond to complaints or emergencies within a reasonable time.

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Eligibility7 rules

Granville allows STRs in the following property types: Single Family Dwelling, Condo, Townhouse.
Granville allows tenants to host STRs. Requirements: Tenants must provide written permission from the property owner and evidence of residency.
Granville: Your HOA can prohibit short-term rentals even if the city allows them. Check your CC&Rs before applying.

Requirements12 rules

Granville: Primary Residency: Hosts in most residential zones must live in the property for at least 51% of the year.
Granville: A fire inspection may be required before you can operate. Schedule early as this can delay your start date.
Granville requires liability insurance for STR hosts. Minimum coverage: $1,000,000. Policy must include coverage for short-term rental activity.

Application process7 rules

Step-by-step guide to get an STR permit in Granville: Step 1: Verify Zoning and District Cap - Confirm the property is in a permitted district and that the 5% density cap for short-term rentals has not been reached in that district. Estimated time: 1-2 days. More info: https://www.granville.oh.us/planning-development Step 2: Gather Documentation - Collect proof of identity, property ownership, and evidence of primary residency if required. Obtain a liability insurance certificate and designate a local contact. Documents needed: Proof of residency, Insurance certificate. Estimated time: 1 week. Step 3: Submit Permit Application - Complete the Short-Term Rental Permit Application via the Village’s online permitting portal or at the Planning and Development office. Documents needed: Completed application form, Fee payment. Estimated time: 2-4 weeks. Cost: 250. More info: https://granvilleoh.portal.opengov.com/ Step 4: Pass Inspection - The Village may require a site visit or fire inspection to verify safety compliance before issuing the final permit. Estimated time: 1 week.

Fees & costs1 rule

Granville charges a registration fee of $250 (annual).

Taxes3 rules

Ohio has a state sales tax of 0.0575% that applies to STR rentals.
Licking charges a Licking County Lodging Excise Tax of 0.03%. Platforms like Airbnb collect and remit this tax.
Granville charges a Village Lodging Tax of 0.03%. This applies to stays under 30 days. Note: Airbnb typically collects state and county taxes, but village-level excise taxes often require manual remittance.

Limits & restrictions5 rules

Granville: Each person can only register ONE property for short-term rental. You cannot legally operate multiple STRs.
Granville: 5% Density Cap: Permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis and may be unavailable if the district cap is met.
Granville enforces quiet hours: 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
Granville limits stays to a maximum of 29 nights.

Safety requirements1 rule

Granville requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, fire inspection, posted maximum occupancy, posted emergency contact, Compliance with ORC Section 2933.52 regarding surveillance, 24-hour local contact must be available to respond to issues.

Penalties2 rules

Granville: Repeated violations can result in permanent permit revocation. You would lose the ability to operate any STR.

Exemptions2 rules

Granville: Rentals of 30+ days are generally NOT considered short-term rentals and may be exempt from STR regulations (but may have other requirements).
Granville exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term rentals (30+ days), extended stays, Bed and Breakfasts existing prior to 2020, Hotels and Motels.

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