Shakopee, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Scott County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes

Business License RequiredNot specified

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified

Primary Residence RequiredNot specified

Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

shakopeemn.gov/business_development/building_permits_inspections/rental_license.php

Data confidence: 60%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Shakopee, Minnesota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Shakopee, Minnesota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Shakopee, Minnesota?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

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