New Cumberland, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hancock County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 6%Min Stay: 30Business License Required
State-level data: No city- or county-specific STR ordinance found. Showing West Virginia statewide rules (tax, registration, and any state preemption) that apply here.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
30Min. Night Stay
6%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay30
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6%

Official Sources

tax.wv.gov/Documents/TSD/tsd435.pdf
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in New Cumberland, West Virginia

New Cumberland has no city- or county-specific short-term-rental ordinance, so West Virginia statewide rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in New Cumberland, West Virginia?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in New Cumberland?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in New Cumberland?

Short-term rentals in New Cumberland are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in New Cumberland?

Yes — New Cumberland sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these New Cumberland short-term rental rules come from?

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