Frankfort, Kentucky
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Franklin
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $250
$250License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Capmax 5% of total dwelling units in Special Capital Zoning District for non-owner-occupied; max 8 non-owner-occupied in Special Historic Zoning District; max 50% of units in apartment buildings under common ownership
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes — conditional use required in some zones; density caps apply in Special Capital and Special Historic Zoning Districts
Official Sources
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 17, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Frankfort, Kentucky
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Frankfort, Kentucky are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Frankfort, Kentucky?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Frankfort?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250.
Where do these Frankfort short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Frankfort'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 Frankfort, Franklin, or Kentucky authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.