Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Fancy Gap, VA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Fancy Gap, VA, but with restrictions. Operators must register annually with the Commissioner of the Revenue. Requirements include collecting and remitting a 5% local transient occupancy tax and a 5.3% state sales tax on accommodations. 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.

Operators must register annually with the Commissioner of the Revenue. Requirements include collecting and remitting a 5% local transient occupancy tax and a 5.3% state sales tax on accommodations.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Fancy Gap. 1. Complete the Short Term Rental Registration Form. 2. Mail the form to the Commissioner of the Revenue at 605-7 Pine St. Hillsville, VA 24343. 3. Contact the Treasurer's Office to set up transient occupancy tax reporting.

1. Complete the Short Term Rental Registration Form. 2. Mail the form to the Commissioner of the Revenue at 605-7 Pine St. Hillsville, VA 24343. 3. Contact the Treasurer's Office to set up transient occupancy tax reporting.

Vrbo is permitted in Fancy Gap, 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 Fancy Gap 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 Fancy Gap. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.