Westwood, Kansas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Johnson County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $150
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Johnson County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$150License Cost
1000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150
Renewalannual
Permit Cap120 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1000 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • unincorporated areas only; allowed in accessory dwelling unit

Official Sources

jocogov.org/newsroom/johnson-county-adopts-new-rules-short-term-rentals-outside-city-limits
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Westwood, Kansas

Westwood, Kansas has no separate city ordinance, so Johnson County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Westwood, Kansas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Westwood, Kansas.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Westwood?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150.

Where do these Westwood short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Westwood'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 Westwood, Johnson County, or Kansas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.