Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Aitkin, MN

STRs are allowed in all five zoning classifications and on GD/RD lakes; occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom plus two, or by septic system capacity. A maximum of two STRs are allowed per parcel, and a 24-hour local contact must be able to respond to the property within 60 minutes. Annual inspections and potable water testing are required to maintain the permit.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Aitkin. 1) Submit an Interim Use Permit (IUP) application via the Aitkin County online portal, including a floor plan, site plan, septic compliance certificate, and water test. 2) Pay the $696 application fee and pass an interior/exterior inspection by Environmental Services. 3) Attend a Planning Commission hearing for final approval; permits must be renewed every three years with annual inspections in between.

1) Submit an Interim Use Permit (IUP) application via the Aitkin County online portal, including a floor plan, site plan, septic compliance certificate, and water test. 2) Pay the $696 application fee and pass an interior/exterior inspection by Environmental Services. 3) Attend a Planning Commission hearing for final approval; permits must be renewed every three years with annual inspections in between.