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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Waubun, MN

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Mahnomen County zoning and shoreland rules apply to property use; the Shoreland Management Ordinance defines dwelling units to include rental/timeshare accommodations. At the state level, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) requires licensing for vacation home rentals, and the MN Department of Revenue requires sales tax collection on residential short-term rentals.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Contact MDH Food, Pools and Lodging Services (FPLS) to obtain a lodging license application for a vacation home rental. 2) Register for state lodging and sales tax with the Minnesota Department of Revenue. 3) Contact Mahnomen County Zoning (David Jurina) to confirm if a conditional use or shoreland permit is required for the specific property.

Official Resources

Official Waubun STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Waubun, MN?
Mahnomen County zoning and shoreland rules apply to property use; the Shoreland Management Ordinance defines dwelling units to include rental/timeshare accommodations. At the state level, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) requires licensing for vacation home rentals, and the MN Department of Revenue requires sales tax collection on residential short-term rentals.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Waubun?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Waubun. 1) Contact MDH Food, Pools and Lodging Services (FPLS) to obtain a lodging license application for a vacation home rental. 2) Register for state lodging and sales tax with the Minnesota Department of Revenue. 3) Contact Mahnomen County Zoning (David Jurina) to confirm if a conditional use or shoreland permit is required for the specific property.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Waubun?
1) Contact MDH Food, Pools and Lodging Services (FPLS) to obtain a lodging license application for a vacation home rental. 2) Register for state lodging and sales tax with the Minnesota Department of Revenue. 3) Contact Mahnomen County Zoning (David Jurina) to confirm if a conditional use or shoreland permit is required for the specific property.

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