McGrath, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Aitkin County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $696.00Business License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Aitkin County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
$696.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$696.00
Renewal3 years
Business License RequiredYes
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

co.aitkin.mn.us/departments/env/env-vacation-rentals.php
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in McGrath, Minnesota

McGrath, Minnesota has no separate city ordinance, so Aitkin County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $696.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in McGrath, Minnesota?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in McGrath?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $696.00.

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

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