Richmond, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Chesterfield County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $600 biennial
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$600 biennialLicense Cost
no limitAnnual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$600 biennial
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Yearno limit
Density / Distance Cap1 per lot in residential zoning; max 10 or one-third of units (whichever is lesser) in multifamily non-residential zoning
Parking RequiredNo

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Primary residence requirement applies in residential zoning districts; non-residential zoning districts have different rules for multifamily

Official Sources

rva.gov/planning-development-review/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Richmond, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Richmond, Virginia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $600 biennial). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Richmond, Virginia?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Richmond, Virginia. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $600 biennial.

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

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