Minneapolis does not impose a hard annual night cap on STRs. Type B unhosted rentals operate on the host's primary residence; Type C allows year-round rental with full license.
Unlike some cities (New York, San Francisco, Portland), Minneapolis Chapter 281 does not limit the number of nights per year an STR can be rented. Type A hosted stays and Type C non-owner-occupied licenses may operate continuously so long as the license is valid. Type B (unhosted primary residence) has no explicit cap but the city may audit to confirm the property actually serves as the owner's primary residence (voter registration, driver license address, utility records). Homeowner association (HOA) and condo covenants may impose stricter caps independent of city law, and some Minneapolis HOAs have banned short-term rentals entirely. Zoning does not prohibit STRs in residential districts but requires the license.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Minneapolis code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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