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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Woodford County, KY

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals (STRs) are defined as rentals for less than 30 consecutive days and are categorized as either Hosted Home-Sharing or Dedicated STRs. They are generally allowed only as conditional uses in multiple residential, conservation, and business zones; properties in Agricultural Districts require an Agricultural Advisory Review Committee application prior to Board of Adjustment review.

How to Obtain a Permit

1. Submit a Conditional Use Permit application to the Versailles-Midway-Woodford County Planning Commission. 2. If the property is in an Agricultural District, submit an Agricultural Advisory Review Committee application for review prior to the Board of Adjustment hearing. 3. Attend the public hearing before the Board of Adjustment to receive final approval.

Official Resources

Official Woodford County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Woodford County, KY?
Short-term rentals (STRs) are defined as rentals for less than 30 consecutive days and are categorized as either Hosted Home-Sharing or Dedicated STRs. They are generally allowed only as conditional uses in multiple residential, conservation, and business zones; properties in Agricultural Districts require an Agricultural Advisory Review Committee application prior to Board of Adjustment review.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Woodford County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Woodford County. 1. Submit a Conditional Use Permit application to the Versailles-Midway-Woodford County Planning Commission. 2. If the property is in an Agricultural District, submit an Agricultural Advisory Review Committee application for review prior to the Board of Adjustment hearing. 3. Attend the public hearing before the Board of Adjustment to receive final approval.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Woodford County?
1. Submit a Conditional Use Permit application to the Versailles-Midway-Woodford County Planning Commission. 2. If the property is in an Agricultural District, submit an Agricultural Advisory Review Committee application for review prior to the Board of Adjustment hearing. 3. Attend the public hearing before the Board of Adjustment to receive final approval.

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction