A homestay is use of land that can be permitted in your home if:
- You live in a residentially-zoned area
- You live in the house or apartment (“dwelling unit”) full-time;
- You propose to rent one to two bedrooms; and
- You propose to rent out these bedrooms for less than 30 days at a time.
Rental of an entire dwelling unit for less than a month is called a short-term vacation rental (STVR). STVRs are only permitted in the resort zoning district.
Notice: Review the ordinance and resource links below for more information and to apply for a new homestay permit or annually renew an existing homestay permit.
Resources
Apply for a New Homestay Permit
Renew and Existing Homestay Permit
Read the Ordinance (Item 9 – Homestays)
Homestay Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Contact Information
Shannon Morgan, Code Enforcement Officer
homestayinspections@ashevillenc.gov