Pikeville, Kentucky

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Pike County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $50.00Tax: 14.48%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$50.00License Cost
14.48%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT14.48%

Official Sources

pikevilleky.gov/short-term-rentals/
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pikeville, Kentucky

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Pikeville, Kentucky are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 14.48% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pikeville, Kentucky?

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

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Pikeville?

Short-term rentals in Pikeville are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 14.48%.

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

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