Warwick, Rhode Island
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kent
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
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.