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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Chesterfield County, VA

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

The Zoning Ordinance (ZOMod, effective Jan 1, 2026) defines a Short-Term Rental as occupancy of a dwelling unit or portion thereof for fewer than 30 consecutive days in exchange for payment; it specifically excludes bed-and-breakfast, farm stay, and camp stay. Chesterfield imposes an 8% transient occupancy tax on lodging rented for fewer than 30 days and requires certified short-term rental businesses to collect and remit short-term rental taxes.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit an application for certification/registration for each new short-term rental business location to the Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue within 30 days of beginning the business. 2) Certified locations receive a certificate to display; taxpayers must re-certify annually by January 31 and remit transient occupancy taxes on a quarterly schedule.

Official Resources

Official Chesterfield County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Chesterfield County, VA?
The Zoning Ordinance (ZOMod, effective Jan 1, 2026) defines a Short-Term Rental as occupancy of a dwelling unit or portion thereof for fewer than 30 consecutive days in exchange for payment; it specifically excludes bed-and-breakfast, farm stay, and camp stay. Chesterfield imposes an 8% transient occupancy tax on lodging rented for fewer than 30 days and requires certified short-term rental businesses to collect and remit short-term rental taxes.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Chesterfield County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Chesterfield County. 1) Submit an application for certification/registration for each new short-term rental business location to the Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue within 30 days of beginning the business. 2) Certified locations receive a certificate to display; taxpayers must re-certify annually by January 31 and remit transient occupancy taxes on a quarterly schedule.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Chesterfield County?
1) Submit an application for certification/registration for each new short-term rental business location to the Office of the Commissioner of the Revenue within 30 days of beginning the business. 2) Certified locations receive a certificate to display; taxpayers must re-certify annually by January 31 and remit transient occupancy taxes on a quarterly schedule.

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