Fort Thomas, Kentucky

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Campbell County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00 initial; $50.00 renewal
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year29 consecutive days per stay (maximum consecutive nights per stay)
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in attached single-family dwellings, detached single-family dwellings, two family dwellings, town homes, Central Business District housing, condominiums, and landominiums

Official Sources

ftthomas.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/O-02-2021-Short-Term-Rentals.pdf
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Fort Thomas, Kentucky

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Fort Thomas, Kentucky are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00 initial; $50.00 renewa).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Fort Thomas, Kentucky?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Fort Thomas, Kentucky.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Fort Thomas?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $100.00 initial; $50.00 renewa.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Fort Thomas?

Yes — Fort Thomas sets a cap of 29 rental nights per year.

Where do these Fort Thomas short-term rental rules come from?

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