Norfolk, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Norfolk

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 1Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
1Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License CostFire Inspection: $50 to $75; Business License: $50 to $75; First Conditional Use Permit: $1080; Subsequent CUPs: $355
Renewal2 years
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Administrative by-right: Vacation Rental or Homestay in R-C, SF-2, SF-4, SF-6 (fewer than 4 bedrooms); Homestay only in SF-T, SF-10, MF-NS (fewer than 4 bedrooms); CUP required for Vacation Rentals in SF-T, SF-10, MF-NS and any property with 4+ bedrooms

Official Sources

norfolk.gov/4295/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Norfolk, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Norfolk, Virginia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: Fire Inspection: $50 to $75; B).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Norfolk, Virginia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is Fire Inspection: $50 to $75; B.

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

Yes — Norfolk sets a minimum stay of 1 night.

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

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