Warrensburg, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Johnson County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $125Tax: 5%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$125License Cost
5%Tax Rate
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$125
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap50 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

warrensburg-mo.com/1004/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Warrensburg, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Warrensburg, Missouri are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $125). A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Warrensburg, Missouri?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $125.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Warrensburg?

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

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

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