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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Deadwood, SD

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are defined as Bed and Breakfast, Specialty Resort, and Vacation Home establishments; transient commercial use of residential property is expressly prohibited in residential land use districts (R1 and R2) except where the ordinance expressly permits specific short-term rental categories. Bed and Breakfasts may be allowed in Residential, Commercial and Commercial Highway districts with an approved Conditional Use Permit; Specialty Resorts and Vacation Home Establishments are allowed only in Commercial and Commercial Highway districts (Vacation Home Establishments limited to upper floors of commercial structures within the local historic district). First-floor use for short-term rentals is prohibited within the local historic district; the building inspector may inspect premises for Building Code compliance. Approved CUPs are reviewed annually.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Apply for and obtain a Conditional Use Permit from the City of Deadwood under the process established in Chapter 17.76 (application to Planning & Zoning Commission). 2) Provide required documentation to the Planning & Zoning Office: proof of South Dakota state excise tax certificates, proof of lodging license from the South Dakota Department of Health, proof of enrollment with applicable business improvement district(s), and obtain/maintain City of Deadwood business license and short-term rental license; establish commercial water, sewer and refuse accounts if required. 3) Comply with Building Code inspections (Title 15) and note that approved CUPs are reviewed annually by the Planning & Zoning Commission/Board.

Official Resources

Official Deadwood STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Deadwood, SD?
Short-term rentals are defined as Bed and Breakfast, Specialty Resort, and Vacation Home establishments; transient commercial use of residential property is expressly prohibited in residential land use districts (R1 and R2) except where the ordinance expressly permits specific short-term rental categories. Bed and Breakfasts may be allowed in Residential, Commercial and Commercial Highway districts with an approved Conditional Use Permit; Specialty Resorts and Vacation Home Establishments are allowed only in Commercial and Commercial Highway districts (Vacation Home Establishments limited to upper floors of commercial structures within the local historic district). First-floor use for short-term rentals is prohibited within the local historic district; the building inspector may inspect premises for Building Code compliance. Approved CUPs are reviewed annually.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Deadwood?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Deadwood. 1) Apply for and obtain a Conditional Use Permit from the City of Deadwood under the process established in Chapter 17.76 (application to Planning & Zoning Commission). 2) Provide required documentation to the Planning & Zoning Office: proof of South Dakota state excise tax certificates, proof of lodging license from the South Dakota Department of Health, proof of enrollment with applicable business improvement district(s), and obtain/maintain City of Deadwood business license and short-term rental license; establish commercial water, sewer and refuse accounts if required. 3) Comply with Building Code inspections (Title 15) and note that approved CUPs are reviewed annually by the Planning & Zoning Commission/Board.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Deadwood?
1) Apply for and obtain a Conditional Use Permit from the City of Deadwood under the process established in Chapter 17.76 (application to Planning & Zoning Commission). 2) Provide required documentation to the Planning & Zoning Office: proof of South Dakota state excise tax certificates, proof of lodging license from the South Dakota Department of Health, proof of enrollment with applicable business improvement district(s), and obtain/maintain City of Deadwood business license and short-term rental license; establish commercial water, sewer and refuse accounts if required. 3) Comply with Building Code inspections (Title 15) and note that approved CUPs are reviewed annually by the Planning & Zoning Commission/Board.
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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