Franklin, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Southampton County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

State-level data: No city- or county-specific STR ordinance found. Showing Virginia 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
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayfewer than 30 consecutive days
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title15.2/chapter9/section15.2-983/
Data confidence: 80%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Franklin, Virginia

Franklin has no city- or county-specific short-term-rental ordinance, so Virginia statewide rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Franklin, Virginia?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Franklin?

Yes — Franklin sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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