Ketchum, Idaho

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Blaine County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $504Min Stay: 2
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$504License Cost
2Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$504
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay2
Density / Distance Cap1 STR per parcel
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT1% hotel-motel room occupancy sales tax (Local Option Tax)

Zoning Restrictions

  • Not permitted in Light Industrial zones; restricted in Avalanche Zone District

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Ketchum, Idaho

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Ketchum, Idaho are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $504). A lodging/occupancy tax of 1% hotel-motel room applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ketchum, Idaho?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Ketchum, Idaho.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Ketchum?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $504.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Ketchum?

Short-term rentals in Ketchum are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 1% hotel-motel room .

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Ketchum?

Yes — Ketchum sets a minimum stay of 2 nights.

Where do these Ketchum short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Ketchum'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 Ketchum, Blaine County, or Idaho authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.