Harrisonburg, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Harrisonburg

Conditional

STR Status

Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$25/year registration; $425 + $30/acre for SUP application
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year90 (homestay); no limit for STR by SUP unless conditioned
Parking RequiredNo

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed in all zoning districts where residential uses are allowed; homestay limited to single-family detached, duplex, townhomes (not multi-family); STR by SUP also allowed in multi-family

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Harrisonburg, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Harrisonburg, Virginia are allowed under certain conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Harrisonburg, Virginia?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Harrisonburg, Virginia.

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

A business license is also required, the fee is $25/year registration; $425 + .

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

Yes — Harrisonburg sets a cap of 90 rental nights per year.

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

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