Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Grand Rivers, KY

Airbnb listings are allowed in Grand Rivers, KY, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are regulated under City Ordinance No. 01-2023. Per Kentucky state law (SB112), local regulations cannot impose residency requirements, require conditional use permits, or restrict specific rental platforms, though they may establish safety and permitting standards. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals are regulated under City Ordinance No. 01-2023. Per Kentucky state law (SB112), local regulations cannot impose residency requirements, require conditional use permits, or restrict specific rental platforms, though they may establish safety and permitting standards.

Vrbo is permitted in Grand Rivers, KY under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Grand Rivers are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Grand Rivers. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.