Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Stone County, MO

Vacation rentals are dwelling units rented for 1 to 28 days and must have a valid permit. Occupancy is limited to 2 persons per bedroom plus 4 additional persons; properties must post 24-hour local contact info, permit details, parking rules, trash schedules, and a 9-1-1 address. An onsite wastewater system inspection is required for the application.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Stone County. 1) Submit a permit application to the Stone County Health Department including owner/contact info, parking diagram, tax remittance evidence, and an onsite wastewater inspection report. 2) Pay a $150 application fee (renewable annually by June 30). 3) Pass a regulatory inspection by the Health Department to ensure compliance with occupancy and posting requirements.

1) Submit a permit application to the Stone County Health Department including owner/contact info, parking diagram, tax remittance evidence, and an onsite wastewater inspection report. 2) Pay a $150 application fee (renewable annually by June 30). 3) Pass a regulatory inspection by the Health Department to ensure compliance with occupancy and posting requirements.