Warrenton, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Fauquier County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 4%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
4%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredYes
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 / TOT4%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 65%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Warrenton, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Warrenton, Virginia are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 4% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Warrenton, Virginia?

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

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

A business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Warrenton?

Short-term rentals in Warrenton are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4%.

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

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

Warrenton, Virginia Short-Term Rental (Airbnb) Laws & Permits — STR Navigator