Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Taylor County, KY

Yes — Airbnb and other short-term rentals are allowed in Taylor County, KY. Short-term rentals must collect and remit a local 3% transient tax to the Taylor County Tourist Commission. Under Kentucky state law (SB112), local governments are prohibited from imposing density-based restrictions, residency requirements, or prohibiting STRs in residential zones, though they may adopt a standardized permitting system. "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.

Short-term rentals must collect and remit a local 3% transient tax to the Taylor County Tourist Commission. Under Kentucky state law (SB112), local governments are prohibited from imposing density-based restrictions, residency requirements, or prohibiting STRs in residential zones, though they may adopt a standardized permitting system.

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

Yes. Vrbo operates under the same short-term rental rules as Airbnb in Taylor 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 Taylor 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 Taylor County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.