Dover, Idaho
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bonner County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- residential dwelling units only; not applicable to RV parks, campgrounds, hotels, motels, existing bed and breakfasts with special use permits, or units within Dover Bay planned unit development
Official Sources
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 15, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Dover, Idaho
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Dover, Idaho are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Dover, Idaho?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Dover, Idaho.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Dover?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Dover short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Dover's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Dover, Bonner County, or Idaho authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.