Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Goodhue County, MN

Airbnb listings are allowed in Goodhue County, MN, but with restrictions. Goodhue County’s Lodging Establishment Ordinance applies to 'lodging establishments' (including hotels, motels, and resorts), imposing sanitation, minimum space, and fire-protection standards. Municipalities within the county may enact additional rules; for example, the City of Red Wing requires Interim Use Permits or Certificates of Compliance and enforces limits on the total number and proximity of STR units. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Goodhue County’s Lodging Establishment Ordinance applies to 'lodging establishments' (including hotels, motels, and resorts), imposing sanitation, minimum space, and fire-protection standards. Municipalities within the county may enact additional rules; for example, the City of Red Wing requires Interim Use Permits or Certificates of Compliance and enforces limits on the total number and proximity of STR units.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Goodhue County. 1. Submit the county-issued license application form to the Goodhue County Health Authority with the required fee. 2. Undergo a plan review for new construction or conversions and a mandatory inspection by the Health Authority. 3. Licenses must be renewed annually, as they expire on December 31st of each year.

1. Submit the county-issued license application form to the Goodhue County Health Authority with the required fee. 2. Undergo a plan review for new construction or conversions and a mandatory inspection by the Health Authority. 3. Licenses must be renewed annually, as they expire on December 31st of each year.

Vrbo is permitted in Goodhue County, MN under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Goodhue County are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Goodhue County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.