Short-Term Rental Regulations
in West Jefferson, NC

Short-term rentals are allowed only as a Special Use in the R-A, R-7, C-S, and H-C zoning districts; they are not permitted in the R-15 Low Density Residential district. The ordinance defines these as privately owned residential units rented for 1–30 days but does not specify occupancy caps or residency requirements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in West Jefferson. 1) Submit a written Special Use Permit application and sketch development plan to the Zoning Administrator. 2) Attend a pre-hearing conference and submit three copies of a final development plan at least 10 days before the scheduled public hearing. 3) Participate in a public hearing held by the Board of Adjustment, which will issue a decision within 60 days based on Findings of Fact.

1) Submit a written Special Use Permit application and sketch development plan to the Zoning Administrator. 2) Attend a pre-hearing conference and submit three copies of a final development plan at least 10 days before the scheduled public hearing. 3) Participate in a public hearing held by the Board of Adjustment, which will issue a decision within 60 days based on Findings of Fact.