Minneapolis, MN Accessory Structures: ADU Rental Restrictions (2026)

Minneapolis regulates residential rentals through Chapter 244 (Maintenance and Housing Code) — every unit rented to a non-owner must have an active rental license, with three tiers (Tier 1 standard, Tier 2 intermediate inspections, Tier 3 frequent inspections based on compliance history). ADUs are licensed as separate units. Short-term rentals (under 30 consecutive days) are regulated under Chapter 339 (Lodging Establishments and Short-Term Rentals), adopted 2018 and amended in 2021. Key STR rules: (1) Host-occupied STRs (owner present during stay) require a Short-Term Rental Host License; (2) Non-host-occupied STRs (entire unit, no owner present) require a Short-Term Rental Non-Host License and are limited to a maximum of 90 rental nights per year if the property is not the owner's primary residence; (3) Platform registration is required (Airbnb, VRBO must verify license numbers); (4) Annual license fees ranging from $46 to $300 depending on type; (5) Lodging tax: Minnesota Sales Tax (6.875%) + Minneapolis Lodging Tax (3%) + Hennepin County Tax. Long-term rentals (30+ days) are not subject to Chapter 339 but require a Chapter 244 Rental License. Minnesota state law (Minn. Stat. §504B) generally preempts municipal rent control, though St. Paul adopted rent stabilization in 2021 under a citizen ballot measure — Minneapolis voters narrowly defeated a similar measure in 2021.