Newport, Kentucky

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Campbell County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in RFD Zone (Hotel/Motel); conditionally permitted in CBD Zone (Hotel/Motel) and R-2 Zone (Bed & Breakfast only); not permitted in any other zones

Official Sources

newportky.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1090/Short-Term-Rental-
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Newport, Kentucky

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Newport, Kentucky are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Newport, Kentucky?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Newport, Kentucky. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

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

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