Pocatello, Idaho

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Power County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
100 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 Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted outright (P) in RE, RL, RMS, RMM, RH, RCP zones; R6 conditions in CG and CC zones; not permitted (N) in OP; R6 in LI and I zones

Official Sources

Data confidence: 70%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Pocatello, Idaho

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

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pocatello, Idaho?

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

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

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