Short-term rental (STR) regulations are spreading across Northeast Ohio as communities respond to the growth of platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. From outright bans to registration requirements and conditional use permits, local rules vary significantly. Below is a summary of current STR regulations in communities across Cuyahoga, Summit, and Portage counties.
| Short Term Rental Legislation | Type of Restriction | Passed |
| Akron | Registration Requirement | October 2022 |
| Bay Village | Registration Requirement | 2019 |
| Beachwood | Registration Requirement | December 2022 |
| Broadview Heights | Conditional use permit | July 2021 |
| Brook Park | Conditional use permit | November 2023 |
| Chagrin Falls | Registration Requirement | August 2024 |
| Cleveland | Registration Requirement | 2018 |
| Copley Twp. (Summit County) | Copley Twp. must comply with both state requirements and any applicable local ordinances. Conditional use required for ADU’s. | June 2023 |
| Mayfield Heights | Registration Requirement | 2025 |
| Parma Heights | Conditional use permit | |
| Peninsula (Village) | Dedicated STR regulations chapter | 2024 |
| Sagamore Hills Township, Summit County | Registration Requirement | |
| Seven Hills | Permit required; insurance and tax compliance required | 2022 |
| Shaker Heights | Ban on STR’s | 2025 |
| Solon | STRs appear not allowed under current zoning posture | June 2024 |
| South Euclid | Amended their ordinance to Certificate of Occupancy. | 2024 |
| University Heights | Ban on STR’s | 2024 |
| Westlake | Registration Requirement | July 2022 |
| Willoughby Hills | Ban on STR’s for 180 Days | 2025 |
Notably, Shaker Heights and University Heights have enacted full bans on short-term rentals, while several other communities require registration or permits. Regulations are evolving. REALTORS® are encouraged to verify local ordinances before advising clients on STR use.
