La Crescent, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Houston County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100.00
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
$100.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00
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

Official Sources

cityoflacrescent-mn.gov/building-zoning/
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in La Crescent, Minnesota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in La Crescent, Minnesota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in La Crescent, Minnesota?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in La Crescent, Minnesota.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in La Crescent?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.00.

Where do these La Crescent short-term rental rules come from?

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