Bayard, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Grant County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/15/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night StayRentals of fewer than 30 consecutive days are considered taxable activity
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6% state sales and use tax on taxable rentals; hotel occupancy tax up to 6% may also apply

Zoning Restrictions

  • Property may be subject to land use and other laws of the municipality

Official Sources

tax.wv.gov/Documents/TSD/tsd435.pdf
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 15, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bayard, West Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bayard, 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 Bayard, West Virginia?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Bayard?

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

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

Yes — Bayard sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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