Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Divide County, ND

Airbnb listings are allowed in Divide County, ND, but with restrictions. The Divide County Zoning Ordinance defines 'lodging establishment' and 'bed and breakfast' and treats lodging-type operations as regulated uses. Bed-and-breakfast lodging and campgrounds/RV parks are listed as conditional uses (i.e., allowed only with a conditional use permit). The ordinance also defines 'seasonal home' and 'campground' (45-day RV/tent limit). A permit is required before you can host. 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.

The Divide County Zoning Ordinance defines 'lodging establishment' and 'bed and breakfast' and treats lodging-type operations as regulated uses. Bed-and-breakfast lodging and campgrounds/RV parks are listed as conditional uses (i.e., allowed only with a conditional use permit). The ordinance also defines 'seasonal home' and 'campground' (45-day RV/tent limit).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Divide County. 1) Submit a complete application and fees to the Land Use Administrator by the first business day of the month. 2) Attend a public hearing before the Planning & Zoning Commission for the required conditional use permit, followed by approval from the Board of County Commissioners. 3) Obtain a building permit if required and pass all inspections to receive a certificate of occupancy before use.

1) Submit a complete application and fees to the Land Use Administrator by the first business day of the month. 2) Attend a public hearing before the Planning & Zoning Commission for the required conditional use permit, followed by approval from the Board of County Commissioners. 3) Obtain a building permit if required and pass all inspections to receive a certificate of occupancy before use.

Vrbo is permitted in Divide County, ND under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

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