Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Monongalia County, WV

All rental properties must be registered with the City and obtain a letter of compliance. Units are subject to inspections every three years under the property maintenance code, and occupancy limits are strictly enforced based on the unit type.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Monongalia County. 1. Submit a written application for a letter of compliance to the Code Enforcement department. 2. Pay the application fee ($25 per unit for 1-5 units, or $15 per unit for structures with 6+ units). 3. Schedule and pass a housing inspection to receive the letter of compliance, which is valid for five years (though properties are typically re-inspected every three years).

1. Submit a written application for a letter of compliance to the Code Enforcement department. 2. Pay the application fee ($25 per unit for 1-5 units, or $15 per unit for structures with 6+ units). 3. Schedule and pass a housing inspection to receive the letter of compliance, which is valid for five years (though properties are typically re-inspected every three years).