Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Manhattan, MT

No town-level short-term rental ordinance or zoning regulation was found in the Town of Manhattan code. Gallatin County guidance defines STRs as rentals for 30 days or less and restricts them to specific zoning districts; additionally, the Gallatin City-County Health Department requires a Public Accommodations license for all such rentals.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Manhattan. 1) Submit a Property Information Request Form to Gallatin County Planning to verify if STR use is allowed for the specific parcel. 2) Apply for and obtain a Public Accommodations License from the Gallatin City-County Health Department. 3) If the use is not permitted in the current zone, apply for a Zone Text Amendment or Administrative Determination through the county.

1) Submit a Property Information Request Form to Gallatin County Planning to verify if STR use is allowed for the specific parcel. 2) Apply for and obtain a Public Accommodations License from the Gallatin City-County Health Department. 3) If the use is not permitted in the current zone, apply for a Zone Text Amendment or Administrative Determination through the county.