Weirton, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hancock County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $15.00Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$15.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$15.00
Renewalannual
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

Official Sources

cityofweirton.com/529/Rental-Registration-Program
Data confidence: 70%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Weirton, West Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Weirton, West Virginia are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $15.00).

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $15.00.

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

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