Damascus, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $0
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Washington County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$0License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$0
Renewalannual
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 / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

washcova.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/22-0628-Proposed-Ord-Short-Term-Rental-Registry.pdf
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Damascus, Virginia

Damascus, Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Washington County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $0).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Damascus, Virginia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $0.

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

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