Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lexington County, SC

STRs are categorized as either Owner-Occupied or Non-Owner-Occupied. Maximum occupancy is restricted to two persons per bedroom, excluding children under the age of five. Rentals are defined as stays between 1 and 29 consecutive days and are subject to specific land-use regulations in the Zoning Ordinance.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lexington County. 1) Complete and submit the Short-Term Rental Permit application via the official Lexington County STR portal. 2) Certify compliance with operational requirements, including the maximum occupancy rule. 3) Obtain the Short-Term Rental Zoning Permit as required under Article 13 of the Zoning Ordinance.

1) Complete and submit the Short-Term Rental Permit application via the official Lexington County STR portal. 2) Certify compliance with operational requirements, including the maximum occupancy rule. 3) Obtain the Short-Term Rental Zoning Permit as required under Article 13 of the Zoning Ordinance.