Louisville, Kentucky

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jefferson County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: less than 30
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
less than 30Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250 registration fee; $200 pre-application + $560 (owner occupied) or $1,260 (non-owner occupied) formal CUP application fee
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30
Density / Distance CapSTR must be at least 600 feet from another STR that received a CUP
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Prohibited in industrial zones or planned development districts; CUP required for non-primary-residence residential/office-residential; some Jefferson County cities prohibit STRs entirely

Official Sources

louisvilleky.gov/government/office-planning/short-term-rental-information
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Louisville, Kentucky

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Louisville, Kentucky are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250 registration fee; $200 pr).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Louisville, Kentucky?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Louisville, Kentucky.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250 registration fee; $200 pr.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Louisville?

Yes — Louisville sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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