Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Scott County, MN

Airbnb listings are allowed in Scott County, MN, but with restrictions. In Prior Lake, rentals under 60 days are prohibited in residential zones; permits are only for 60-180 day stays. Shakopee requires licenses for non-owner occupied units with inspections every 36 months. General county zoning allows Bed & Breakfasts as a specific use category subject to administrative permits. 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.

In Prior Lake, rentals under 60 days are prohibited in residential zones; permits are only for 60-180 day stays. Shakopee requires licenses for non-owner occupied units with inspections every 36 months. General county zoning allows Bed & Breakfasts as a specific use category subject to administrative permits.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Scott County. 1. Submit a municipal permit or rental license application (e.g., Prior Lake STR permit or Shakopee Rental License). 2. Pay the required fee (e.g., $250 in Prior Lake). 3. Pass a safety inspection (required every three years in Shakopee).

1. Submit a municipal permit or rental license application (e.g., Prior Lake STR permit or Shakopee Rental License). 2. Pay the required fee (e.g., $250 in Prior Lake). 3. Pass a safety inspection (required every three years in Shakopee).

Vrbo is permitted in Scott 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 Scott 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 Scott County. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.