Minneapolis vs Park City

Minnesota Legal with Permit | Utah Legal with Permit

Disclaimer: General information only — not legal advice. Verify with your local government.

Minneapolis, Minnesota
Status Legal with Permit
Permit Fee $64 short-term rental registration fee
Tax Rate 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine Up to $2,000 per violation; license revocation for repeated offenses
Park City, Utah
Status Legal with Permit
Permit Fee $149 administrative fee + $28.74/bedroom (annual)
Tax Rate ~8.6% combined (state + local sales + 1% municipal TRT + 0.32% state TRT)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine Daily fines per violation; license revocation for repeat offenses

Both cities have comparable STR regulatory environments.

Permits & Licensing

Minneapolis charges $64 short-term rental registration fee for STR licensing, while Park City charges $149 administrative fee + $28.74/bedroom (annual). Minneapolis renewal is annual, and Park City renewal is annual. Both cities share a similar regulatory stance, classified as "Legal with Permit."

Tax Obligations

In Minneapolis, hosts pay 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined). In Park City, hosts pay ~8.6% combined (state + local sales + 1% municipal TRT + 0.32% state TRT). Both cities benefit from automatic platform tax collection through Airbnb and similar services, simplifying compliance for hosts.

Day Limits & Restrictions

Neither city imposes an annual day limit on short-term rentals, giving hosts year-round flexibility.

Fines & Enforcement

Hosts operating without a permit in Minneapolis face penalties including Up to $2,000 per violation; license revocation for repeated offenses. In Park City, violations can result in Daily fines per violation; license revocation for repeat offenses. Both cities actively enforce their STR regulations, so securing proper licensing before listing is essential in either market.

Minneapolis Overview

Owners limited to one STR property plus their homesteaded residence; buildings with 20+ units capped at 10% STR units. $300,000 liability insurance and neighbor notification required.

Contact: Inspections Services Division — (612) 673-3000

Full Minneapolis guide →

Park City Overview

Nightly Rental License required; only certain zones allow STRs (e.g., Old Town, Canyons Village). Areas like Prospector and Meadows Estates prohibit nightly rentals. Must pass building inspection and designate 24/7 local contact.

Contact: Park City Finance Department — (435) 615-5231

Full Park City guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it easier to Airbnb in Minneapolis or Park City?
Minneapolis is classified as "Legal with Permit" while Park City is "Legal with Permit." Minneapolis's permit fee is $64 short-term rental registration fee compared to $149 administrative fee + $28.74/bedroom (annual) in Park City. Both cities have comparable regulatory frameworks.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Minneapolis or Park City?
Minneapolis charges 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined), while Park City charges ~8.6% combined (state + local sales + 1% municipal TRT + 0.32% state TRT).
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
Minneapolis: Up to $2,000 per violation; license revocation for repeated offenses. Park City: Daily fines per violation; license revocation for repeat offenses. Both cities actively enforce STR regulations, so proper licensing is essential.
Do Minneapolis and Park City have day limits for Airbnb?
Minneapolis has no annual day limit. Park City has no annual day limit.
Which city is better for first-time Airbnb hosts — Minneapolis or Park City?
For new hosts, consider the total cost of entry: Minneapolis charges $64 short-term rental registration fee for permits with 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined) in taxes. Park City charges $149 administrative fee + $28.74/bedroom (annual) with ~8.6% combined (state + local sales + 1% municipal TRT + 0.32% state TRT). Automatic tax collection in Minneapolis and Park City makes compliance easier for beginners.