Greensboro, North Carolina

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Guilford County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $200
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$200License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200
Renewalno renewal required
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance CapNo more than one dwelling unit or 25 percent of dwelling units within a multifamily building
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Rentals only allowed in residential dwelling units; no more than one dwelling unit or 25% of units in a multifamily building

Official Sources

greensboro-nc.gov/departments/planning/learn-more-about/zoning-rezoning/land-development-ordinance/pending-ldo-amendments/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Greensboro, North Carolina

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Greensboro, North Carolina are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Greensboro, North Carolina?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $200.

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

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