Minneapolis, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hennepin County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $64
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$64License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$64
Permit Cap1 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Capno more than 10 percent of the units in buildings with 20 or more units
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

www2.minneapolismn.gov/business-services/licenses-permits-inspections/rental-licenses/short-term-rentals/
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Minneapolis, Minnesota are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $64).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Minneapolis, Minnesota?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $64.

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

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