Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Bowling Green, VA

STRs are restricted to legal residential dwelling units; use of RVs, tents, or trailers is prohibited. Occupancy is limited to the lesser of two persons per bedroom plus two, or the limit on the VDH septic permit. Operators must provide a 24/7 local contact able to respond within one hour, maintain rental records for one year, and ensure the principal guest is at least 18 years old.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Bowling Green. 1) Submit a completed Town of Bowling Green STR Permit Application to Town Hall along with a $50 annual fee; include operator/designee info, parking layout, and a VDH septic permit if not on public sewer. 2) Obtain a Town Business License from the Town Treasurer. 3) Ensure compliance with building codes (subject to inspection with 48-hour notice) and renew both the permit and business license annually by January 1st.

1) Submit a completed Town of Bowling Green STR Permit Application to Town Hall along with a $50 annual fee; include operator/designee info, parking layout, and a VDH septic permit if not on public sewer. 2) Obtain a Town Business License from the Town Treasurer. 3) Ensure compliance with building codes (subject to inspection with 48-hour notice) and renew both the permit and business license annually by January 1st.