Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Red Lodge, MT

Short-term rentals (less than 30 days) are allowed in all zoning districts but are subject to a citywide cap of 20% of total dwelling units (382 certificates for 2024-25). Requirements include a local emergency contact reachable within 30 minutes, annual fire inspections, a Carbon County Public Health & Accommodations license, and quarterly resort tax remittance.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Red Lodge. 1) Obtain a State of Montana Public Health and Accommodations License via the Carbon County Sanitarian and pass a Red Lodge Fire Department inspection. 2) Apply via the City's STR Portal (Deckard), uploading proof of ownership, the fire inspection report, the county health license, and proof of resort tax bond payment. 3) Pay the $250 registration fee and renew annually by July 1.

1) Obtain a State of Montana Public Health and Accommodations License via the Carbon County Sanitarian and pass a Red Lodge Fire Department inspection. 2) Apply via the City's STR Portal (Deckard), uploading proof of ownership, the fire inspection report, the county health license, and proof of resort tax bond payment. 3) Pay the $250 registration fee and renew annually by July 1.