Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Rockbridge Baths, VA

Short-term rentals (STRs) are restricted by zoning: whole-house rentals are prohibited in residential districts (R-1, R-2) but permitted in agricultural (A-1, A-2, A-T) and business districts. All STRs must be registered annually with the Commissioner of the Revenue and are subject to a 10% transient occupancy tax with monthly reporting requirements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Rockbridge Baths. 1. Verify zoning compliance with the Office of Community Development (and apply for a Special Exception permit if required for non-whole-house use in residential zones). 2. Register the STR unit annually with the Commissioner of the Revenue by January 31st (no fee for registration). 3. Register for and remit the 10% Transient Occupancy Tax monthly.

1. Verify zoning compliance with the Office of Community Development (and apply for a Special Exception permit if required for non-whole-house use in residential zones). 2. Register the STR unit annually with the Commissioner of the Revenue by January 31st (no fee for registration). 3. Register for and remit the 10% Transient Occupancy Tax monthly.