Clear Lake, Iowa
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cerro Gordo County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $150.00
$150.00License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150.00
Renewalannual
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
- residential districts only
Official Sources
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Clear Lake, Iowa
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Clear Lake, Iowa are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150.00).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Clear Lake, Iowa?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Clear Lake, Iowa.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Clear Lake?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150.00.
Where do these Clear Lake short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Clear Lake'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 Clear Lake, Cerro Gordo County, or Iowa authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.