Lafayette, Louisiana

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lafayette Parish

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100.00Min Stay: 1
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
$100.00License Cost
1Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes - only permitted in zoning districts with P* designation in Table 89-21-2 of the Lafayette Development Code; prohibited in RS zoning districts

Official Sources

librarystage.municode.com/la/lafayette_city-parish_consolidated_government/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_CH73SHRMRE_ARTIGELIOP
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lafayette, Louisiana

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lafayette, Louisiana are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lafayette, Louisiana?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.00.

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

Yes — Lafayette sets a minimum stay of 1 night.

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

These details are verified against Lafayette'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 Lafayette, Lafayette Parish, or Louisiana authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.