Bonne Terre, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — St. Francois County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/29705450
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bonne Terre, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bonne Terre, Missouri are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bonne Terre, Missouri?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bonne Terre?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Where do these Bonne Terre short-term rental rules come from?

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