Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lee County, KY

Yes — Airbnb and other short-term rentals are allowed in Lee County, KY. Kentucky state law (SB112) prohibits local governments from imposing conditional use permits, density-based restrictions, or residency requirements. Localities are also barred from prohibiting STRs in residential zones or regulating rental duration/frequency, though they may require a basic annual permit for each property with a fee not exceeding $150. "Airbnb" is a brand name; the rules on this page apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.). See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Kentucky state law (SB112) prohibits local governments from imposing conditional use permits, density-based restrictions, or residency requirements. Localities are also barred from prohibiting STRs in residential zones or regulating rental duration/frequency, though they may require a basic annual permit for each property with a fee not exceeding $150.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Lee County.

Yes. Vrbo operates under the same short-term rental rules as Airbnb in Lee County, KY, since regulations apply to the rental activity rather than the booking platform, and no permit is currently required. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Lee County 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 Lee County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.