Union, Kentucky

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Boone County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Boone County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
1000 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 days (STR definition)
Density / Distance Capmust be at least 1,000 feet from another short-term rental
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Principally permitted in A-1, R, EPD, RPD, SC; conditional use required in A-2, CONS, RSE, RS, SR-1/2/3, UR-1/2/3, UC

Official Sources

boonecountyky.org/government/short-term_rental_units/index.php
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Union, Kentucky

Union, Kentucky has no separate city ordinance, so Boone County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Union, Kentucky?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

Yes — Union sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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