Newburyport, Mass., Code of Ordinances ch. 9, art. XI (2026) § 9-302
Short term rental units generally
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No dwelling unit within the city shall be offered as an STRU except in compliance with the provisions of the Newburyport zoning ordinance, this article XI, and the terms of any license issued for said STRU by the licensing board pursuant thereto.
Section 9-302 of the Newburyport Code of Ordinances establishes that no dwelling unit in the city may be made available as a short-term rental unit (STRU) unless it meets three concurrent requirements: compliance with the Newburyport zoning ordinance, compliance with Article XI of Chapter 9, and adherence to the specific terms of any STRU license issued by the city's licensing board. The rule functions as a baseline gate — all three conditions must be satisfied simultaneously, not just one or two. Any offering of a dwelling as a short-term rental that falls short of any one of these requirements is prohibited under this provision.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who operate or intend to operate a short-term rental unit in Newburyport should be aware that § 9-302 requires simultaneous compliance with the zoning ordinance, Article XI, and the conditions of any STRU license granted by the licensing board. Compliant operators typically confirm that the property's zoning classification permits short-term rentals before listing, secure the required license, and operate strictly within the license's stated terms. Keeping documentation of zoning eligibility and license conditions on hand is a common practice among operators seeking to demonstrate ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 9-302 of the Newburyport Code of Ordinances, tenants and neighbors have a basis to inquire whether a dwelling being offered as a short-term rental is properly zoned, licensed, and operating within the terms of that license. If a unit appears to be offered as an STRU without meeting these requirements, a complaint may be raised with the city's licensing board or other relevant municipal authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Newburyport's local ordinances can help individuals understand what remedies or reporting channels may be available in situations involving non-compliant short-term rentals.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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