Roanoke, Virginia
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Roanoke County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- In R-1 and R-2 zoning districts, a special use permit is required on lots less than 5 acres; lots 5 acres or greater are permitted by right
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Roanoke, Virginia
Roanoke, Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Roanoke County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Roanoke, Virginia?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Roanoke, Virginia.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Roanoke?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Roanoke short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Roanoke'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 Roanoke, Roanoke County, or Virginia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.