Webster Springs, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Webster County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Webster 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 StayRentals of less than 30 consecutive days are subject to sales tax
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6% state sales and use tax on taxable rentals

Official Sources

tax.wv.gov/Documents/TSD/tsd435.pdf
Data confidence: 78%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Webster Springs, West Virginia

Webster Springs, West Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Webster 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 Webster Springs, West Virginia?

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Webster Springs?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Webster Springs?

Yes — Webster Springs sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Webster Springs short-term rental rules come from?

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