Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Permitted (P) in rural districts (RT, A, RR, RS, RE), urban residential districts (GCC, LDR, MDR, HDR), village districts (V-LDR, V-MDR, V-HDR, VMX), mixed-use commercial/business park (MU-C, MU-BP), and open space PUDs
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Lake Elmo, Minnesota
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lake Elmo, Minnesota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lake Elmo, Minnesota?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Lake Elmo, Minnesota.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lake Elmo?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lake Elmo?
Yes — Lake Elmo sets a minimum stay of 1 night.
Where do these Lake Elmo short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lake Elmo'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 Lake Elmo, Washington County, or Minnesota authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.