Hampton, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — York County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200 application fee + $50 inspection fee
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap1% of residential dwellings within each STR Zone; required separation of 300 feet between STRs
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes — 51 STR Zones overlay; density cap of 1% per zone; 300-foot separation between STRs except two may be directly next door

Official Sources

hampton.gov/shorttermrentals
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hampton, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hampton, Virginia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200 application fee + $50 ins).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hampton, Virginia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $200 application fee + $50 ins.

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

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