Boothbay, ME

Boothbay Regulations

Boothbay Harbor explicitly permits short-term rentals and is actively developing a supportive regulatory framework that requires moderate permitting through the Code Enforcement Office, property inspections, safety compliance, and mandatory insurance verification. While regulations are still being finalized, the town is taking a balanced approach that accommodates both tourism needs and housing concerns, making STR investment feasible with manageable compliance requirements rather than prohibitive restrictions.