Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Wheatland, MO

Airbnb listings are allowed in Wheatland, MO, but with restrictions. State law (RSMo §67.309) prohibits local governments from banning short-term rentals but allows 'reasonable restrictions' regarding public health, safety, taxes, licensing fees, inspections, nuisance controls, and parking. No specific local STR ordinances or zoning restrictions were found for the City of Wheatland or Hickory County. 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.

State law (RSMo §67.309) prohibits local governments from banning short-term rentals but allows 'reasonable restrictions' regarding public health, safety, taxes, licensing fees, inspections, nuisance controls, and parking. No specific local STR ordinances or zoning restrictions were found for the City of Wheatland or Hickory County.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Wheatland.

Vrbo is permitted in Wheatland, MO under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Wheatland 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 Wheatland. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.