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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Mount Airy, NC

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

City zoning ordinance defines 'Bed and Breakfast' (lodging for public, not to exceed 4 guest rooms) and 'Rooming House (Transient)' (single dwelling with up to 5 guest rooms; transient defined as less than 30 days). Off-street parking requirements apply: 1 space per unit plus employee spaces; Zoning Permit applications must include parking location/dimensions and ingress/egress information.

How to Obtain a Permit

(1) Submit required zoning/permitting application through the City permitting portal (SmartGov). (2) Provide required Zoning Permit application materials including location and dimensions of off-street parking and means of entrance/exit. (3) If the use is a 'Special Use', pursue the Special Use Permit process through the Planning Department.

Official Resources

Official Mount Airy STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mount Airy, NC?
City zoning ordinance defines 'Bed and Breakfast' (lodging for public, not to exceed 4 guest rooms) and 'Rooming House (Transient)' (single dwelling with up to 5 guest rooms; transient defined as less than 30 days). Off-street parking requirements apply: 1 space per unit plus employee spaces; Zoning Permit applications must include parking location/dimensions and ingress/egress information.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Mount Airy?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Mount Airy. (1) Submit required zoning/permitting application through the City permitting portal (SmartGov). (2) Provide required Zoning Permit application materials including location and dimensions of off-street parking and means of entrance/exit. (3) If the use is a 'Special Use', pursue the Special Use Permit process through the Planning Department.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Mount Airy?
(1) Submit required zoning/permitting application through the City permitting portal (SmartGov). (2) Provide required Zoning Permit application materials including location and dimensions of off-street parking and means of entrance/exit. (3) If the use is a 'Special Use', pursue the Special Use Permit process through the Planning Department.

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