Short-term let rules in Cornwall (updated 29 Oct 2026)
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100% council tax second-home premium from 1 Apr 2025, with exceptions (e.g. holiday-only planning conditions).
Licensing or registration
None foundNo licensing or registration scheme in force in England.
Control area / planning
AppliesNone listed.
Visitor levy
None foundNo visitor levy. Council tax: 100% second-home premium from 1 Apr 2025, with exceptions (e.g. holiday-only planning conditions).
Source: source
Fees
None.
What changed in Cornwall
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Key dates
- 1 Apr 2025: second-home premium started
Cornwall short-let rules: quick answers
Do I need a licence or registration for a short-term let in Cornwall?
No licensing or registration scheme in force in England.
Do I need planning permission for a short-term let in Cornwall?
None listed.
Is there a visitor levy (tourist tax) in Cornwall?
No visitor levy. Council tax: 100% second-home premium from 1 Apr 2025, with exceptions (e.g. holiday-only planning conditions).
What fees apply to short-term lets in Cornwall?
None.
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