West Union, West Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Doddridge County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
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 / TOT6%

Official Sources

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

Short-term rental rules in West Union, West Virginia

West Union, West Virginia has no separate city ordinance, so Doddridge County 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 West Union, West Virginia?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in West Union?

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

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

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