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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Pray, MT

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Pray (unincorporated Park County) is subject to Park County land-use and zoning rules; short-term/vacation rentals are treated as public accommodations under Montana DPHHS and require plan review and compliance with environmental health (septic/water) and building standards. County zoning may allow STRs by-right in some zones or require a conditional or zoning permit in others.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Contact Park County Planning to confirm parcel zoning and obtain required zoning or 'building for lease or rent' permits. 2) Apply for a Montana Public Accommodation License (DPHHS) by submitting a plan review through the Park County Environmental Health department. 3) Coordinate required environmental health inspections (septic/water) and any necessary county building inspections.

Official Resources

Official Pray STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Pray, MT?
Pray (unincorporated Park County) is subject to Park County land-use and zoning rules; short-term/vacation rentals are treated as public accommodations under Montana DPHHS and require plan review and compliance with environmental health (septic/water) and building standards. County zoning may allow STRs by-right in some zones or require a conditional or zoning permit in others.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Pray?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Pray. 1) Contact Park County Planning to confirm parcel zoning and obtain required zoning or 'building for lease or rent' permits. 2) Apply for a Montana Public Accommodation License (DPHHS) by submitting a plan review through the Park County Environmental Health department. 3) Coordinate required environmental health inspections (septic/water) and any necessary county building inspections.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Pray?
1) Contact Park County Planning to confirm parcel zoning and obtain required zoning or 'building for lease or rent' permits. 2) Apply for a Montana Public Accommodation License (DPHHS) by submitting a plan review through the Park County Environmental Health department. 3) Coordinate required environmental health inspections (septic/water) and any necessary county building inspections.

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