Elkins, West Virginia
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Randolph County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Business License Required
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 / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes
Official Sources
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Elkins, West Virginia
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Elkins, West Virginia are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Elkins, West Virginia?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Elkins, West Virginia.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Elkins?
A business license is also required.
Where do these Elkins short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Elkins'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 Elkins, Randolph County, or West Virginia authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.