Winona, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Winona County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 4%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
4%Tax Rate
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT4%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Winona, Minnesota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Winona, Minnesota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 4% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Winona, Minnesota?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Winona?

Short-term rentals in Winona are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4%.

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

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