West Fargo, North Dakota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cass County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$150 application fee (prorated) plus $65 inspection fee annually
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

westfargond.gov/1478/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West Fargo, North Dakota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in West Fargo, North Dakota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $150 application fee (prorated).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in West Fargo, North Dakota?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in West Fargo, North Dakota.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in West Fargo?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $150 application fee (prorated.

Where do these West Fargo short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against West Fargo'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 West Fargo, Cass County, or North Dakota authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.