Before renting out a property in Stearns County, be aware that properties in the County are subject to short-term rental permit and licensing guidelines. There are fees and a process by which a property owner must comply before advertising or allowing a home to be occupied as a short-term rental.
Short-term rental is defined as 30 days or less. Advertising platforms include but are not limited to Craigslist, VRBO, Airbnb, Home Away from Home, etc. Payment of fees and applications do not guarantee approval. The use must conform to the Comprehensive Plan and ordinances.
At this time, due to the in-place moratoriums established by Eden Lake, Maine Prairie, Munson, and Wakefield Townships, lodging licenses cannot be issued for new short-term rentals in these townships until the moratoriums are lifted or expire. Sauk Centre Township does not allow short-term rentals in certain zoning districts.
Go here to find out more information: stearnscountymn.gov/1536. Please call (320) 656-3613 with any questions.