Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Morgan County, WV

Short-term rentals in the Town of Bath (Berkeley Springs) are governed by Ordinance 2024-03-08 and the Town’s Short-Term Rental Information Document; operators must obtain a Town Business License. State law requires WV Tax Division business registration and the collection/remittance of a 6% state sales/use tax for rentals under 30 consecutive days.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Morgan County. 1) Complete the Town of Bath Business License Application and Short-Term Rental Info Form, and obtain a West Virginia State Tax Department Business Registration Certificate. 2) Submit the application and supporting documents to the Town of Bath Police Department (via email to adminbspd@morgancountywv.gov or in person/mail) and pay the required fees. 3) Ensure compliance with Town Ordinance 2024-03-08 and state tax remittance rules.

1) Complete the Town of Bath Business License Application and Short-Term Rental Info Form, and obtain a West Virginia State Tax Department Business Registration Certificate. 2) Submit the application and supporting documents to the Town of Bath Police Department (via email to adminbspd@morgancountywv.gov or in person/mail) and pay the required fees. 3) Ensure compliance with Town Ordinance 2024-03-08 and state tax remittance rules.