Short-Term Rentals in Forsyth County, NC (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Forsyth County, North Carolina.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Forsyth County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Short-Term Rental Permits

North Carolina has no statewide short-term-rental licensing preemption, and neither Forsyth County nor Winston-Salem issues a dedicated STR permit. A whole-house rental is treated as a residential use. A Bed and Breakfast, however, needs a Special Use Permit from the Zoning Board of Adjustment.

Do You Need an STR Permit in Forsyth County?

Some Restrictions

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County UDO, RS9 Use Table

Uses Allowed With Special Use Permit From Zoning Board of Adjustment (A): Bed and Breakfast.

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Short-Term Rentals by City in Forsyth County

1 cities in Forsyth County have their own short-term rentals rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

Winston-SalemPop. 249,545

1 verified rule • Short-Term Rental Permits

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