Warwick, Rhode Island

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kent

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in A-15, A-10, A-7, A-7 (O), and Village District zones; not permitted in OS, A-40, WB, GB, LI, GI, Intermodal, or Gateway zones

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Warwick, Rhode Island

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Warwick, Rhode Island are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Warwick, Rhode Island?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Warwick, Rhode Island.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

These details are verified against Warwick'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 Warwick, Kent, or Rhode Island authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.