Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Blacksburg, VA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Blacksburg, VA, but with restrictions. Homestays are allowed only in owner-occupied primary residences as an accessory use; hosts may register only one unit and must collect transient lodging tax. Rentals are capped at 90 total days per year (max 30 days if the host is not present), with a 24-hour minimum stay, a limit of 6 adult guests, and a requirement for 24/7 host availability. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Homestays are allowed only in owner-occupied primary residences as an accessory use; hosts may register only one unit and must collect transient lodging tax. Rentals are capped at 90 total days per year (max 30 days if the host is not present), with a 24-hour minimum stay, a limit of 6 adult guests, and a requirement for 24/7 host availability.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Blacksburg. 1) Register via the Town’s OpenGov application portal, providing host details, insurance acknowledgement, and neighbor notification proof. 2) Register with the Finance Department for transient lodging tax collection. 3) Renew the registration annually by December 31 (renewal by Dec 1 recommended) and consent to complaint-driven inspections.

1) Register via the Town’s OpenGov application portal, providing host details, insurance acknowledgement, and neighbor notification proof. 2) Register with the Finance Department for transient lodging tax collection. 3) Renew the registration annually by December 31 (renewal by Dec 1 recommended) and consent to complaint-driven inspections.

Vrbo is permitted in Blacksburg, VA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Blacksburg are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Blacksburg. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.