Lewiston, Idaho
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Nez Perce County
Conditional
STR Status
150 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap150 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- STRs must be classified as residential land use for zoning purposes
Official Sources
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Lewiston, Idaho
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lewiston, Idaho are allowed under certain conditions.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lewiston, Idaho?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Lewiston, Idaho.
Where do these Lewiston short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lewiston'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 Lewiston, Nez Perce County, or Idaho authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.