Parkville, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Platte County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $300Tax: 5%Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$300License Cost
5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$300
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance CapNo more than four short-term rentals are allowed per Ward district
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Permitted in residential districts R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4 and R-5 only

Official Sources

parkvillemo.gov/business/short-term-rentals/
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Parkville, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Parkville, Missouri are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300). The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Parkville, Missouri?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Parkville, Missouri. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $300.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Parkville?

Short-term rentals in Parkville are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.

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

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