Leesburg, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Loudoun County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $50.00
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$50.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Capno more than one (1) Homestay use permitted per lot or parcel
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

leesburgva.gov/departments/community-development/applications-and-checklists/planning-zoning-and-preservation/homestay-rentals
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Leesburg, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Leesburg, Virginia are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Leesburg, Virginia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $50.00.

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

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