Bozeman, Montana
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Gallatin County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Type 1 allowed in RS, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, RO, REMU; Type 2 allowed in R2, R3, R4, R5, RO, REMU; Type 3 new permits prohibited as of December 14, 2023; RS/R1/R2 became new RA district effective February 1, 2026
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Bozeman, Montana
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bozeman, Montana are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $325). The property must be owner-occupied.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Bozeman, Montana?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Bozeman, Montana. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bozeman?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $325.
Where do these Bozeman short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Bozeman'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 Bozeman, Gallatin County, or Montana authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.