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St. Louis County short-term rental rules (2026)

Minnesota · United States
Conditional
Last updated: 2026-11-05  ·  Last verified: 2026-11-05  ·  Region: US
CONDITIONALStays under 30 days

Allowed, but an authority can refuse the permit. In the townships where St. Louis County runs zoning, every STR needs a county permit ($430, or $720 for a CUP), an MDH lodging licence, liability insurance and a compliant septic system.

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Tax on stays
7.375%
total, on our records
Licence
Required
Night cap
None
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Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in St. Louis County?

Yes, if you get a permit the authority can refuse. In the townships where St. Louis County runs zoning, every STR needs a county permit ($430, or $720 for a CUP), an MDH lodging licence, liability insurance and a compliant septic system.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in St. Louis County?

Yes, a licence or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in St. Louis County?

7.375% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in St. Louis County?

No night cap is on record.

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