Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Crane Lake, MN

STRs are allowed in FAM, SMU, RES, MU, LSO, and LCO zones with a Performance Standard Permit. Requirements include a limit of one rental unit per parcel, sufficient on-site parking, visual demarcation of property lines, and compliance with septic and solid waste ordinances. In RES zones, a 300-foot buffer between STRs is required.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Crane Lake. 1. Submit an application via the St. Louis County Planning & Zoning land use permit portal. 2. Provide required documents including a septic certificate of compliance, MN tax ID, emergency contact info, certificate of liability insurance listing the county, and an on-site parking plan. 3. Pay the permit fee ($410 for Performance Standard or $685 for Conditional Use).

1. Submit an application via the St. Louis County Planning & Zoning land use permit portal. 2. Provide required documents including a septic certificate of compliance, MN tax ID, emergency contact info, certificate of liability insurance listing the county, and an on-site parking plan. 3. Pay the permit fee ($410 for Performance Standard or $685 for Conditional Use).