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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Itasca County, MN

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Itasca County has drafted an ordinance establishing a licensing program for short-term rental units to mitigate public health, safety, and environmental impacts; the ordinance adopts Minnesota lodging statutes and states that short-term rentals are to be licensed under county rules except that units rented for 6 days or less may be licensed under the Minnesota Department of Health and be exempt from county licensing. Required materials in the county license include SSTS compliance, water test results, and a site plan.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Complete and submit the Itasca County Short-Term Rental License Application to Itasca County Environmental Services; 2) Include required documents: completed application, copy of valid Certificate of SSTS Compliance, accredited lab water test results meeting MDH requirements, and a site plan; 3) Pay the stated fee ($450; $100 if valid MDH license), license covers three years and must be renewed by January 1 prior to rental activity.

Official Resources

Official Itasca County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Itasca County, MN?
Itasca County has drafted an ordinance establishing a licensing program for short-term rental units to mitigate public health, safety, and environmental impacts; the ordinance adopts Minnesota lodging statutes and states that short-term rentals are to be licensed under county rules except that units rented for 6 days or less may be licensed under the Minnesota Department of Health and be exempt from county licensing. Required materials in the county license include SSTS compliance, water test results, and a site plan.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Itasca County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Itasca County. 1) Complete and submit the Itasca County Short-Term Rental License Application to Itasca County Environmental Services; 2) Include required documents: completed application, copy of valid Certificate of SSTS Compliance, accredited lab water test results meeting MDH requirements, and a site plan; 3) Pay the stated fee ($450; $100 if valid MDH license), license covers three years and must be renewed by January 1 prior to rental activity.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Itasca County?
1) Complete and submit the Itasca County Short-Term Rental License Application to Itasca County Environmental Services; 2) Include required documents: completed application, copy of valid Certificate of SSTS Compliance, accredited lab water test results meeting MDH requirements, and a site plan; 3) Pay the stated fee ($450; $100 if valid MDH license), license covers three years and must be renewed by January 1 prior to rental activity.

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