Regulatory Overview
State STR LicenseNot Required
State Preemption LawNo
Permit RequiredLocal Level Only
Owner-Occupied RequiredNo
Last Verified2026-01
Official source: https://portal.ct.gov/DRS
Tax Breakdown
6.35%
State Sales Tax
15%
Lodging / TOT
Est. Total Tax Burden~18%
Total is an estimate. Local taxes, county surcharges, and platform fees vary. Always verify with your local tax authority.
Key Rule Summary
No state STR license. Rooms and meals tax applies (15% lodging). Local zoning controls STR permissions. Coastal towns like Old Saybrook and Mystic area have varying requirements.
Major City Rules
2 cities tracked
Hartford
Moderate
Zoning review required for STR operations
Greenwich
Moderate
Building/zoning permit may be required
Housing Market Data — US Census ACS
ACS 5-Year 2022
1,531,332
Total Housing Units
7.9%
Vacancy Rate
66.2%
Owner-Occupied
33.8%
Renter-Occupied
27,866
Seasonal/Vacation Units
1.8%
Seasonal Unit %
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates · Seasonal/vacation units are a proxy for STR-receptive housing stock.