Idaho Falls, Idaho
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bonneville County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Not Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNo
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- allowed in all zones where residential uses are allowed; not allowed in accessory structures not designed for human habitation or in RVs/travel trailers (except approved travel trailer courts)
Official Sources
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Idaho Falls, Idaho
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Idaho Falls, Idaho are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Idaho Falls, Idaho?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Idaho Falls?
No STR permit is required.
Where do these Idaho Falls short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Idaho Falls'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 Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, or Idaho authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.