Vestavia Hills, Alabama
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jefferson County
Prohibited
STR Status
Permit: Not RequiredProcessing: 10 business days
500 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNo
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time10 business days
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Minimum Night Stayno minimum — rentals of 90 days or less are prohibited
Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- prohibited in single-family zones; conditional use approval required in other zones (now superseded by citywide prohibition via Ordinance 3204)
Official Sources
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Vestavia Hills, Alabama
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Vestavia Hills, Alabama are prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Vestavia Hills, Alabama?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are prohibited in Vestavia Hills, Alabama.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Vestavia Hills?
No STR permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Vestavia Hills?
Yes — Vestavia Hills sets a minimum stay of 90 nights.
Where do these Vestavia Hills short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Vestavia Hills's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Vestavia Hills, Jefferson County, or Alabama authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.