Smithville, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Clay County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: less than 30Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
less than 30Min. Night Stay
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50.00 annual permit fee
Renewalannual
Permit Cap3 permits
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30
Density / Distance Cap1 per block face for non-apartment structures; 1 or 12.5% of total units for apartments; 3% of total housing stock citywide
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/28676827
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Smithville, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Smithville, Missouri are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50.00 annual permit fee).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Smithville, Missouri?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $50.00 annual permit fee.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Smithville?

Yes — Smithville sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

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