Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ponderay, ID

Operators must obtain a city business license and a Hotel-Motel Room Occupancy Tax permit. Rentals are subject to a 10% occupancy tax, occupancy limits of 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 (max 20), and a prohibition on guest on-street parking. A local representative residing within 90 minutes must be designated.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ponderay. 1. Submit a Business License Application and a Hotel-Motel Room Occupancy Tax Permit Application to the Ponderay City Clerk. 2. Apply for a Bonner County Vacation Rental Permit (VRP) including a site plan, parking plan, and $255 fee. 3. Post the issued permit within 5 feet of the front door and renew the VRP annually.

1. Submit a Business License Application and a Hotel-Motel Room Occupancy Tax Permit Application to the Ponderay City Clerk. 2. Apply for a Bonner County Vacation Rental Permit (VRP) including a site plan, parking plan, and $255 fee. 3. Post the issued permit within 5 feet of the front door and renew the VRP annually.