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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Mccall, ID

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

STRs are allowed in McCall but regulated. Occupancy is established by fire/health inspection (standard: bedrooms x2 +2 persons) and total occupancy over 10 (i.e., 11 or more) requires a Conditional Use Permit. Units must post STR rules (maximum occupancy, parking, trash, quiet hours), have a local contact available 24/7 (respond within 60 minutes), comply with parking and solid-waste service requirements, and pass an annual fire/health/safety inspection by the McCall Fire District.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit a Short-Term Rental Permit application to the City Clerk via the Laserfiche portal including proof of ownership, floor/site plans, local contact info, and proof of neighbor notification (within 300ft); 2) Pay the application fee ($225) and fire inspection fee ($270); 3) Pass an annual fire/health/safety inspection by the McCall Fire District. Permits must be displayed and renewed annually by December 31.

Regulatory Updates — Mccall

Proposed and recent legislation

PassedAugust 2022

McCall STR Permit Program

City requires annual STR permit ($200/year) with fire safety inspection; permit number required in all online listings. Violations result in permit suspension.

Under ReviewNovember 2024

McCall STR Density Analysis

City planning staff studying STR concentration by neighborhood to inform the 2025 comprehensive plan update; results expected in early 2026.

PassedMarch 2025

Valley County STR TOT Compliance Audit

County revenue officials auditing STR operator Transient Occupancy Tax compliance; operators urged to verify county registration and confirm correct tax remittance.

Official Resources

Official Mccall STR regulation source

Local Resources & Advocacy

McCall Area Chamber of CommerceLocal

Local chamber supporting McCall's tourism economy including the vacation rental sector that drives much of the city's visitor spending.

Idaho Short-Term Rental CoalitionStatewide

Statewide coalition representing Idaho STR operators; monitors municipal and state legislation and advocates for reasonable regulation.

Vacation Rental Management AssociationNational

National trade association offering education, advocacy, and resources for professional vacation rental managers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Mccall, ID?
STRs are allowed in McCall but regulated. Occupancy is established by fire/health inspection (standard: bedrooms x2 +2 persons) and total occupancy over 10 (i.e., 11 or more) requires a Conditional Use Permit. Units must post STR rules (maximum occupancy, parking, trash, quiet hours), have a local contact available 24/7 (respond within 60 minutes), comply with parking and solid-waste service requirements, and pass an annual fire/health/safety inspection by the McCall Fire District.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Mccall?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Mccall. 1) Submit a Short-Term Rental Permit application to the City Clerk via the Laserfiche portal including proof of ownership, floor/site plans, local contact info, and proof of neighbor notification (within 300ft); 2) Pay the application fee ($225) and fire inspection fee ($270); 3) Pass an annual fire/health/safety inspection by the McCall Fire District. Permits must be displayed and renewed annually by December 31.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Mccall?
1) Submit a Short-Term Rental Permit application to the City Clerk via the Laserfiche portal including proof of ownership, floor/site plans, local contact info, and proof of neighbor notification (within 300ft); 2) Pay the application fee ($225) and fire inspection fee ($270); 3) Pass an annual fire/health/safety inspection by the McCall Fire District. Permits must be displayed and renewed annually by December 31.
What does McCall require for STRs?
An annual City of McCall STR permit ($200/year) with fire safety inspection and permit number display in all online listings. Valley County business license and TOT tax registration are also required.
Are there limits on STRs in McCall?
Not currently. A city density analysis is underway (2024–2025) with results informing the comp plan update. No formal cap proposals have been introduced, but the analysis could recommend neighborhood-level limits.
What lodging taxes apply in McCall?
Valley County collects a 2% lodging tax and Idaho state sales tax applies to rentals. Operators must register with both the City of McCall and the Idaho State Tax Commission prior to renting.
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Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction