Winooski, Vermont

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Chittenden County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250.00 per unit per year (owner-occupied); $1,400.00 per unit per year (non-owner-occupied)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

winooskivt.gov/1601/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Winooski, Vermont

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Winooski, Vermont are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250.00 per unit per year (own).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Winooski, Vermont?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $250.00 per unit per year (own.

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

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