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Short-term rental rules in Minneapolis, MN
How Minneapolis regulates short-term rentals: the rules that apply, their sources, and pending changes.
Short-term rentals here operate under a registration or permit system with ongoing operating rules.
- Per-owner cap of one non-homestead STR beyond the owner's homestead
- 10% cap on STR units in buildings with 20+ units (condominiums exempt)
- Dual license: STR hosting license (host/platform) + rental dwelling license for non-homestead units
- Whole-home / absentee STR remains licensable → no residential-zone foreclosure
Based on: Minneapolis Code of Ordinances, Title 12 (Housing), Chapter 244 — Short-Term Rental; established via a 2021 ordinance
Summary of the rule
Whole-home / non-homestead STR permitted with a rental dwelling license (not foreclosed in residential zones)
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Last reviewed Sep 14, 2026 · Sources · Report an error
Pending legislation
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City Watch provides good-faith summaries of publicly available information as of the review date shown. Rules, enforcement, and permit availability can change, and summaries may contain errors or omissions. Ratings describe the general regulatory environment; they do not establish whether a particular property or stay is permitted. This is general information, not legal advice. Before buying, listing, or hosting, verify applicable requirements with the responsible authorities and review any HOA, condominium, deed, or lease restrictions.