Petersburg, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Petersburg

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $0
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$0License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$0
Renewalyearly
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, RB, MXD-1, MXD-2, B-2, B-3

Official Sources

Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Petersburg, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Petersburg, Virginia are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $0).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Petersburg, Virginia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $0.

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

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