Montgomery, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Fayette County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredProcessing: 10 business days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time10 business days

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

  • events (meetings, receptions, weddings) not permitted unless in appropriately zoned area; food service open to non-guests only in zoning districts that allow such uses

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Montgomery, West Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Montgomery, West Virginia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

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