Goshen, Virginia
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Rockbridge County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Whole-house STR prohibited in residential zones (R-1, R-2); allowed in agricultural (A-1, A-2, A-T) and B-1 business districts; special exception required in B-2
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Goshen, Virginia
Goshen, Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Rockbridge County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Goshen, Virginia?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Goshen, Virginia. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Goshen?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Goshen short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Goshen'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 Goshen, Rockbridge County, or Virginia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.