Front Royal, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Warren County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $1200.00
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$1200.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1200.00
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 all zoning districts by Special Use Permit

Official Sources

frontroyalva.com/DocumentCenter/View/2968/Special-Use-Permit-for-Short-Term-Rental?bidId=
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Front Royal, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Front Royal, Virginia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1200.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Front Royal, Virginia?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Front Royal?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $1200.00.

Where do these Front Royal short-term rental rules come from?

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