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Louisville

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Kentucky

$250
Permit Fee
9.5%
Occupancy Tax
No
Owner Only
No cap
Day Limit

Full Requirements

Permit RequiredYes
Permit Fee$250
Permit RenewalAnnual
Registration RequiredYes
Owner Occupied OnlyNo
Max Rental DaysNo cap
Occupancy Tax Rate9.5%
Platform Collects TaxYes (Airbnb/VRBO collect)
Prohibited ZonesNon-owner occupied heavily restricted in certain density-capped residential zones.

Day Limit Notes

Requires conditional use permit for non-owner occupied in residential zones.

⚠ Tax Notes

9.5% Transient Room Tax plus 6% State Sales Tax.

⚠ Prohibited Zones

Non-owner occupied heavily restricted in certain density-capped residential zones.

Official Source

Louisville City Government

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Last verified: 2026-03-23 · Always confirm with your local government before listing.