Barre, Vermont

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

State-level data: No city- or county-specific STR ordinance found. Showing Vermont statewide rules (tax, registration, and any state preemption) that apply here.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$0 (registration is free)
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT9% Rooms Tax + 3% surcharge + 1% Local Option Tax (where applicable) = up to 13%

Official Sources

tax.vermont.gov/business/industry/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Barre, Vermont

Barre has no city- or county-specific short-term-rental ordinance, so Vermont statewide rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 9% Rooms Tax + 3% su applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Barre, Vermont?

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

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

The fee is $0 (registration is free).

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Barre?

Short-term rentals in Barre are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 9% Rooms Tax + 3% su.

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

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