Short-Term Rental Regulations in Louisiana
State Overview
Louisiana does not preempt local STR regulation — each city sets its own rules. The state imposes a 4% Stadium and Exposition District Room Occupancy Tax in addition to any local taxes. Cities in Louisiana
| City | Permit | Tax Rate | Day Limit | Primary Res. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | ✓ Required | 16.75% | Varies by zoning district — check your property's zoning designation in the CZO | Varies | → |
Louisiana's STR Landscape
Louisiana does not have a uniform STR framework, leaving regulation to individual municipalities. The state imposes a 4% Stadium and Exposition District Room Occupancy Tax in addition to local taxes.
New Orleans has 2 permit types (Non-Commercial Short-Term Rental (Type N) - Owner Permit + Operator Permit, Commercial Short-Term Rental (Type C) - Owner Permit + Operator Permit + Conditional Use approval). Primary residence is required for at least one permit type. The combined tax rate is 16.75%.
Other States
Arizona 2 cities California 4 cities Colorado 1 city District of Columbia 1 city Florida 4 cities Georgia 2 cities Hawaii 2 cities Illinois 1 city Massachusetts 1 city Nevada 1 city New York 1 city North Carolina 1 city Oregon 1 city South Carolina 1 city Tennessee 2 cities Texas 3 cities Washington 1 city