Can I Airbnb in Bozeman, MT? (2026)
Bozeman requires an annual Short Term Rental (STR) Hosting Permit ($325/year) for any rental under 28 consecutive days, and since December 14, 2023 all new STRs must be tied to the host's primary residence (occupied at least 70% of the calendar year) — non-owner-occupied 'Type 3' rentals are banned except for a limited pool of legacy permits. A completely rewritten Unified Development Code took effect February 1, 2026, consolidating zoning districts; in the new low-density R-A district (former R-S/R-1/R-2) only Type 1 (hosted bedroom) rentals are allowed. Stays are subject to Montana's combined 8% lodging facility sales and use tax, which platforms like Airbnb/Vrbo collect for platform bookings.
What’s required: a Short Term Rental (STR) Hosting Permit ($325) is required; rentals are limited to your primary residence; occupancy taxes apply; renew annual.
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Rules can vary by zone and parcel. Resolve any Montana street address to its jurisdiction and see the verified rules that apply.
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Verified July 21, 2026. Informational only — not legal, tax, or financial advice. Also check HOA/condo rules and your lease, which can prohibit short-term rentals even where the city allows them.