Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Warren County, VA

STRs are restricted to specific zoning districts (A, R-1, RR in the county) with a maximum occupancy of 10 persons. Requirements include designated off-street parking, a property management plan with a local contact (within 30 miles for the county), and compliance with safety standards including smoke/CO detectors and fire extinguishers.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Warren County. 1. Meet with Planning staff and submit a Conditional Use Permit (County) or Special Use Permit (Town) application with required fees ($1750 County / $1200 Town). 2. Provide supporting documents including a site plan, property management plan, and Health Department comments. 3. Complete the public hearing process (Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors/Town Council) and pass a safety inspection prior to permit issuance.

1. Meet with Planning staff and submit a Conditional Use Permit (County) or Special Use Permit (Town) application with required fees ($1750 County / $1200 Town). 2. Provide supporting documents including a site plan, property management plan, and Health Department comments. 3. Complete the public hearing process (Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors/Town Council) and pass a safety inspection prior to permit issuance.