Richwood, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Nicholas County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $150.00
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Nicholas County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$150.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
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

Official Sources

nicholashealthwv.com/dear-airbnb-vrbo-short-term-rental-lodging-owner-manager/
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Richwood, West Virginia

Richwood, West Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Nicholas County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150.00).

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150.00.

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

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