Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Jackson, WY

Airbnb listings are allowed in Jackson, WY, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (STRs) are restricted by zone. Outside the Lodging Overlay, STRs are limited to a maximum of 3 separate stays and 60 total rental nights per calendar year, and require annual neighbor notification within 200 feet. In Teton County, residential units generally cannot be rented for fewer than 31 days unless specifically permitted. 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.

Short-term rentals (STRs) are restricted by zone. Outside the Lodging Overlay, STRs are limited to a maximum of 3 separate stays and 60 total rental nights per calendar year, and require annual neighbor notification within 200 feet. In Teton County, residential units generally cannot be rented for fewer than 31 days unless specifically permitted.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Jackson. 1. Obtain a Business License through the Town Finance department. 2. Apply for a Basic Use Permit (BUP); properties inside the Lodging Overlay submit via email to planning@jacksonwy.gov, while those outside must use the SmartGov portal. 3. Submit required documents including a submittal checklist, narrative, parking plan, floor plan, and (if outside the overlay) neighbor notification and rental date forms.

1. Obtain a Business License through the Town Finance department. 2. Apply for a Basic Use Permit (BUP); properties inside the Lodging Overlay submit via email to planning@jacksonwy.gov, while those outside must use the SmartGov portal. 3. Submit required documents including a submittal checklist, narrative, parking plan, floor plan, and (if outside the overlay) neighbor notification and rental date forms.

Vrbo is permitted in Jackson, WY 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 Jackson 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.

The most recent tracked change in Jackson is "Teton County STR Permit Cap Reduced" (2024-06-01, status: passed). Teton County reduced the total number of STR permits available outside Jackson town limits, with a lottery system for new applicants and no transfer of licenses upon property sale. See the regulatory updates section on this page for the full history.

It depends on the zone and whether a permit is available. Both Teton County and the Town of Jackson cap the total number of STR permits, and permits do not transfer with property sales — you must apply in a lottery. Some residential zones require owner-occupancy.

No. STR permits in Teton County and Jackson are tied to the permit holder, not the property. When a property sells, the permit expires and the new owner must apply in the next lottery cycle.

If the cap is reached, new applicants join a waitlist or lottery. There is no guarantee a permit will be granted, and the cap has been periodically reduced — meaning existing permit holders may face non-renewal pressure.