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Short-term rentals in Williamsburg are strictly regulated as 'homestays' requiring a Special Exception from the Board of Zoning Appeals and are limited to one room in an owner-occupied home.
To host a short-term rental, you must live in your home, be present during stays, and rent out only one room to a maximum of two adults. You must apply for a Special Exception permit which involves a public hearing and a $300 fee, and you cannot rent the room for more than 104 nights per year.
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