Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Scenic, SD

Airbnb listings are allowed in Scenic, SD, but with restrictions. VHRs are allowed in agriculture, commercial, and residential zones but prohibited in industrial zones and recreational vehicles. Occupancy is limited to 14 guests or the septic system capacity (whichever is smaller), with a maximum of 5 bedrooms and a requirement for a local contact living within 50 miles. 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.

VHRs are allowed in agriculture, commercial, and residential zones but prohibited in industrial zones and recreational vehicles. Occupancy is limited to 14 guests or the septic system capacity (whichever is smaller), with a maximum of 5 bedrooms and a requirement for a local contact living within 50 miles.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Scenic. Submit a VHR License Application with a $150 fee, including a site plan, floorplan, and proof of South Dakota Sales Tax and DOH Lodging licenses. Licenses must be renewed every three years and expire on December 31st of the third year.

Submit a VHR License Application with a $150 fee, including a site plan, floorplan, and proof of South Dakota Sales Tax and DOH Lodging licenses. Licenses must be renewed every three years and expire on December 31st of the third year.

Vrbo is permitted in Scenic, SD 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 Scenic 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 Scenic. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.