Moscow, Idaho

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Latah County

Conditional

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
934 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 Cap934 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • STRs classified as residential land use for zoning purposes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 60%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Moscow, Idaho

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Moscow, Idaho are allowed under certain conditions.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Moscow, Idaho?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Moscow, Idaho.

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

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