Helena Flats, Montana

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Flathead County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Flathead County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
150 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayless than 30 days
Density / Distance Cap150 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Conditional use permit required in AG, SAG, R, RA, RC, B-3, B-5, B-6, AL, LBL, LL, LS, RL, WV zones; permitted use in RR, B-2, B-4, BM-1, BM-2, BR-2, BR-4, CVR, SC, NF zones; not allowed in any other zones

Official Sources

flatheadcounty.gov/department-directory/planning-zoning/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Helena Flats, Montana

Helena Flats, Montana has no separate city ordinance, so Flathead County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Helena Flats, Montana?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Helena Flats, Montana.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Helena Flats?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Helena Flats?

Yes — Helena Flats sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Helena Flats short-term rental rules come from?

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