Kanawha County, WV STR Regulations 2026 | HostReady

Kanawha County, WV

Short-Term Rental Regulations

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We reviewed the published sources for Kanawha County, WV and have not yet confirmed a citable city-level short-term-rental ordinance.
What applies: WV state lodging tax 6%; no state-level registration is required.
WV state sales tax 6% plus local hotel/motel taxes.
Limited statewide STR regulation.
We only publish rules we can point to a source for, so this stays open until we can.
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Kanawha County, WV Regulations Guide

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Tax rates, platform collection details, occupancy limits, operational requirements, and more.

Compiled from 4 official government sources and continuously monitored for changes. Always verify current requirements with your local municipality before making investment or operational decisions.

Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements with your local municipality before making investment or operational decisions.

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