West Liberty, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Ohio County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150 for 0-20 rooms; $300 for 21-50 rooms; $450 for 51-80 rooms; $600 for 81+ rooms
Renewalyearly
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

ohiocountyhealth.com/news/short-term-rentals-airbnb-vrbo-etc-require-health-permits/
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West Liberty, West Virginia

West Liberty, West Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Ohio County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150 for 0-20 rooms; $300 for ).

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in West Liberty?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150 for 0-20 rooms; $300 for .

Where do these West Liberty short-term rental rules come from?

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