Charleston, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kanawha County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Kanawha County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

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 StayLess than 30 consecutive days triggers taxable activity
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: 80%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Charleston, West Virginia

Charleston, West Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Kanawha County rules apply — under which short-term rentals 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 Charleston, West Virginia?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Charleston?

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

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

Yes — Charleston sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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