Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Tysons Corner, VA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Tysons Corner, VA, but with restrictions. Short-Term Lodging (STL) is permitted as an accessory use in all zoning districts that permit residential uses but is limited: operator must be a permanent resident of the property (demonstrated by living there at least 185 days/year), a dwelling may be used as STL no more than 60 nights per calendar year, maximum six adults per night, events/commercial activities are prohibited, STL is prohibited in detached accessory structures/accessory living units/affordable or workforce dwelling units, advertisements must include the STL permit number and identify parking. Operators must designate an authorized agent and maintain a guest log; certain life-safety equipment and posted exit plans are required. 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.

Short-Term Lodging (STL) is permitted as an accessory use in all zoning districts that permit residential uses but is limited: operator must be a permanent resident of the property (demonstrated by living there at least 185 days/year), a dwelling may be used as STL no more than 60 nights per calendar year, maximum six adults per night, events/commercial activities are prohibited, STL is prohibited in detached accessory structures/accessory living units/affordable or workforce dwelling units, advertisements must include the STL permit number and identify parking. Operators must designate an authorized agent and maintain a guest log; certain life-safety equipment and posted exit plans are required.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Tysons Corner. 1) Submit the STL application electronically through the County PLUS application portal (Launch PLUS); 2) Upload required documents (proof of permanent residency: government ID plus utility bill; Authorized Agent letter; Owner Permission letter if applicant is tenant) and pay the stated $270 application fee (paid online at submission); 3) County may inspect property during reasonable hours; permit issuance is administrative, takes ~14 calendar days if complete, and issued permits expire automatically two years from date of issuance.

1) Submit the STL application electronically through the County PLUS application portal (Launch PLUS); 2) Upload required documents (proof of permanent residency: government ID plus utility bill; Authorized Agent letter; Owner Permission letter if applicant is tenant) and pay the stated $270 application fee (paid online at submission); 3) County may inspect property during reasonable hours; permit issuance is administrative, takes ~14 calendar days if complete, and issued permits expire automatically two years from date of issuance.

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