RENTING OUT YOUR HOME BEE FOR THE WEEKEND? That's a short-term rental. You need to register it! WHAT IS A SHORT-TERM RENTAL? If you're renting out your home for 28 days or less, you need to register your property as a short term rental. This includes apartments, individual rooms, and entire homes. WHY DO I NEED TO REGISTER On January 1, 2019, a citywide ordinance established new guidelines and regulationms for short-term rentals in Boston. Registering your unit will allow us to preserve housing while allowing Bostonians to benefit from this new industry. For more information call (617) 635-1010 or email us at shorttermrentals@boston.gov Register now at boston.gov/short-term-rentals CITY of BOSTON Inspectional Services