Based on the provided documents, I must inform you that the information appears to be a mix of content for both Gorham, New Hampshire and Gorham, Maine. I'll focus exclusively on Gorham, Maine regulations as requested.

Overview: Are Short-Term Rentals Allowed in Gorham, ME?

The Town of Gorham, Maine does not appear to have specific short-term rental regulations or prohibitions in the current Land Use and Development Code (effective through May 7, 2024). This means that unless there are provisions I'm missing, short-term rentals appear to be allowed under the general zoning provisions without specific permits or restrictions beyond standard zoning compliance.

How to Start a Short-Term Rental Business in Gorham, ME

Since there are no city-specific STR regulations, the process would follow standard zoning compliance:

1. Property Assessment: Verify your property's zoning district allows the intended residential use
2. Compliance Check: Ensure the property meets all building, health, and safety requirements
3. Business Registration: Register with the Town and Maine state for any applicable business taxes
4. Standard Permits: Obtain any required building permits or certificates of occupancy

Required Documents, Permits, Licenses, and Guidelines

Local Requirements:

• Building permit (for any construction or alterations)
• Certificate of occupancy
• Compliance with local zoning district requirements
• Home occupation permit (if operating as a business from home)

State Requirements:

• Maine business registration (if applicable)
• Compliance with Maine health and safety codes
• State tax registration (Maine revenue service)

Specific STR Regulations

City-Level: No specific STR regulations identified in Gorham's Land Use and Development Code

County/State-Level: State-level Maine STR regulations would apply, but detailed Maine state regulations are not contained in the provided documents

Important Zoning Districts for STRs:

• Urban Residential District (UR)
• Suburban Residential District (SR)
• Rural District (R)
• Village Centers District (VC)
• Urban Commercial District (UC)
• Roadside Commercial District (RC)

Each district has different permitted uses that would govern whether STRs are permissible.

Contact Information

Local Authority: Town of Gorham, Maine Address: Municipal Office, Gorham, ME Contact: Code Enforcement Officer Website: www.gorhammaine.gov/

Note: The provided documents do not include specific contact information, so you'll need to contact the Town directly for current officials and procedures.

Sources

Primary Source Document:

• Land Use and Development Code - Town of Gorham, Maine

Important Notice

Disclaimer: The information above is based solely on the provided municipal code documents. The absence of specific STR regulations in the code does not necessarily mean STRs are completely unregulated. State law, other local ordinances, or recent amendments not included in the provided documents may impose additional requirements. I strongly recommend consulting directly with Gorham's Code Enforcement Officer or Town Attorney before proceeding with any STR investment to verify current regulations and compliance requirements.

Additionally, some documents provided appeared to be for Gorham, New Hampshire rather than Maine - ensure you're consulting the correct jurisdiction for your investment decisions.