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Charlottesville requires short-term rental operators to obtain an annual Homestay Permit and a business license for properties that serve as their primary residence.
To run an Airbnb in Charlottesville, the property must be your primary home (where you live most of the year). You must apply for a Homestay Permit from the city and get a business license. You are limited to 6 adult guests at a time, and you must have a local contact person living within 30 miles to handle any issues.
Step-by-step guide for Charlottesville
Apply for an annual Homestay Provisional Use Permit from the Office of Neighborhood Development Services. Provide proof of primary residence.
Submit a Request for Business Information to the Commissioner of the Revenue to obtain a business license. Renew annually by March 1st.
If using Airbnb or VRBO exclusively, file this form to be exempt from some monthly manual reporting while the platforms remit taxes.
Report furniture, fixtures, and equipment used in the Homestay for personal property tax assessment.
Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.
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