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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Union County, NC

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

State-level North Carolina Vacation Rental Act (Chapter 42A) governs vacation rentals (defined as residential property rented for fewer than 90 days). Local municipalities in Union County (e.g., Waxhaw) have removed local short-term-rental special requirements per the state requirement; zoning/land-use rules (Union County Unified Development Ordinance or municipal LDCs) still determine whether residential uses are permitted in a given parcel. Occupancy taxes and public-health/pool requirements may apply per municipality or county public health rules.

Official Resources

Official Union County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Union County, NC?
State-level North Carolina Vacation Rental Act (Chapter 42A) governs vacation rentals (defined as residential property rented for fewer than 90 days). Local municipalities in Union County (e.g., Waxhaw) have removed local short-term-rental special requirements per the state requirement; zoning/land-use rules (Union County Unified Development Ordinance or municipal LDCs) still determine whether residential uses are permitted in a given parcel. Occupancy taxes and public-health/pool requirements may apply per municipality or county public health rules.

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