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Short-Term Rentals in Chesapeake, VA (2026)

1 verified short-term rentals rules for Chesapeake, Virginia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Short-Term Rental Permits

Chesapeake regulates short-term rentals through its Zoning Ordinance. Operators must obtain a conditional use permit or administrative zoning approval depending on district, plus a city business license and transient occupancy registration.

Short Term Rentals: Permit Requirements

Some Restrictions

Va. Code § 15.2-983

§ 15.2-983 . Creation of registry for short-term rental of property. A. As used in this section: "Operator" means the proprietor of any dwelling, lodging, or sleeping accommodations offered as a short-term rental, whether in the capacity of owner, lessee, sublessee, mortgagee in possession, licensee, or any other possessory capacity. "Short-term rental" means the provision of a room or space th...