Comprehensive short-term rental guides for 10 markets in Minnesota.
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Minnesota
Duluth regulates STRs through a three-tiered permitting system that distinguishes between owner-occupied home shares and full-time vacation rentals, the latter of which is subject to a citywide cap.
Short-term rentals of less than 30 consecutive days are strictly prohibited in Bloomington.
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St. Paul requires all short-term rental hosts to obtain a Fire Certificate of Occupancy and register with the Department of Safety and Inspections. The city distinguishes between owner-occupied and non-owner occupied units, with the latter potentially requiring additional zoning approvals.
The City of Minneapolis requires all short-term rental hosts to obtain a license under Chapter 350 of the Municipal Code. Regulations differentiate between owner-occupied (Tier 1) and non-owner occupied (Tier 2) units, with higher fees for the latter.
Short-term rentals (Tourist Homes) in Winona require a rental housing license, property inspection, and may necessitate a public hearing for an Interim Use Permit in residential zones.
Mankato requires short-term rental operators to obtain a specific Short-Term Rental License, adhere to a 25% neighborhood density cap, and comply with strict parking and occupancy standards.
Moorhead requires all short-term rental properties to be registered annually with the city and undergo mandatory safety inspections and owner training.
Short-term rentals in Eden Prairie are permitted provided the owner obtains an annual Rental Housing License and passes a mandatory fire safety inspection.
Northfield requires all short-term rentals to obtain a rental license, pass a safety inspection, and adhere to local zoning density caps and residency requirements for property managers.
Rochester requires all short-term rentals to be registered and licensed, distinguishing between owner-occupied and non-owner occupied units.