Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Kenner, LA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Kenner, LA, but with restrictions. Jefferson Parish prohibits short-term rentals in single-use residential zoning districts and allows short-term rentals only where permitted by zoning (mixed-use/commercial/selected districts); operators of short-term rentals must meet lodging-accommodation standards in Chapter 17.5, provide proof of primary residence when required for specified zoning districts, and comply with occupancy/safety standards and inspections per parish code. A permit is required before you can host. 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.

Jefferson Parish prohibits short-term rentals in single-use residential zoning districts and allows short-term rentals only where permitted by zoning (mixed-use/commercial/selected districts); operators of short-term rentals must meet lodging-accommodation standards in Chapter 17.5, provide proof of primary residence when required for specified zoning districts, and comply with occupancy/safety standards and inspections per parish code.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Kenner. 1) Apply for a zoning clearance via MyGovernmentOnline and provide documentation (e.g., homestead exemption) proving primary residence if required by zoning; 2) Complete and submit the Jefferson Parish lodging-accommodation (short-term rental) application and ownership affidavits and pay the processing fee ($750 for short-term rentals) online; 3) Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office conducts criminal background check and Code Compliance schedules an interior inspection; receive written approvals and lodging license; renew annually on or before November 1.

1) Apply for a zoning clearance via MyGovernmentOnline and provide documentation (e.g., homestead exemption) proving primary residence if required by zoning; 2) Complete and submit the Jefferson Parish lodging-accommodation (short-term rental) application and ownership affidavits and pay the processing fee ($750 for short-term rentals) online; 3) Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office conducts criminal background check and Code Compliance schedules an interior inspection; receive written approvals and lodging license; renew annually on or before November 1.

Vrbo is permitted in Kenner, LA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

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