Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Hinton, WV

STRs/rental units are subject to Hinton’s “Safe Rental/Lease Housing” ordinance; “dwelling” includes units intended for transient occupancy (excluding hotels and B&Bs). Rentals must meet Building and Fire Code requirements, provide required safety devices (smoke/CO detectors), and comply with occupancy limits set by Building/Fire Code and City zoning. Owners must notify the Summers County Assessor’s Office for Class IV classification and maintain required on-site parking info as part of the application.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Hinton. 1) Submit a written application on forms provided to the City’s Code Enforcement Officer with required items (address, tax parcel, owner/contact info, parking, initial vs renewal) and pay the fee per the City’s fee schedule; 2) Schedule and pass inspection by certified inspectors (10 days’ notice provided) conducted under Building/Fire Code; 3) Upon compliance the Code Enforcement Officer issues a letter of compliance valid three years. Complete applications must be filed at least 60 days before occupancy is needed.

1) Submit a written application on forms provided to the City’s Code Enforcement Officer with required items (address, tax parcel, owner/contact info, parking, initial vs renewal) and pay the fee per the City’s fee schedule; 2) Schedule and pass inspection by certified inspectors (10 days’ notice provided) conducted under Building/Fire Code; 3) Upon compliance the Code Enforcement Officer issues a letter of compliance valid three years. Complete applications must be filed at least 60 days before occupancy is needed.