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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Wilkes County, NC

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

No permanent municipal or county short-term rental (STR) ordinance or permitting program was located on official Wilkes County, Town of Wilkesboro, or Town of North Wilkesboro websites. State law (North Carolina Vacation Rental Act, Chapter 42A) applies statewide and requires a written vacation rental agreement, trust-account handling of advance payments, and provides for expedited eviction procedures for rentals of 30 days or less.

Official Resources

Official Wilkes County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Wilkes County, NC?
No permanent municipal or county short-term rental (STR) ordinance or permitting program was located on official Wilkes County, Town of Wilkesboro, or Town of North Wilkesboro websites. State law (North Carolina Vacation Rental Act, Chapter 42A) applies statewide and requires a written vacation rental agreement, trust-account handling of advance payments, and provides for expedited eviction procedures for rentals of 30 days or less.

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