Barboursville, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cabell County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
300 ftBuffer Distance

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

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 consecutive days
Density / Distance Cap300 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6% state sales and use tax

Official Sources

tax.wv.gov/Documents/TSD/tsd435.pdf
Data confidence: 78%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Barboursville, West Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Barboursville, West Virginia are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% state sales and u applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Barboursville, West Virginia?

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

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

A business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Barboursville?

Short-term rentals in Barboursville are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6% state sales and u.

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

Yes — Barboursville sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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