Columbia, MO Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)

Dwelling unit usage. Dwellings licensed for short-term rental usage shall not be used for special events such as weddings, corporate events, commercial functions, large parties (greater than eight (8) persons), and other similar events or activities otherwise prohibited by this Code.

(ix) Certificate of compliance posting. The short-term rental certificate of compliance issued by the city shall be conspicuously posted at the entry of the dwelling unit or in a readily available location onsite for review upon the request of a police officer or city inspector investigating a violation of this subsection (vv), chapter 16 , article IV (Nuisances), or chapter 22 , article V (Rental Conservation Law) of this Code.

(x) Safety requirements. Certification shall be required by the proposed registrant, and, if the proposed registrant is not the owner of the dwelling unit, by the owner, to each of the following requirements:

(A) The dwelling unit complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to collection and certification of payment of taxes and procurement of any required licenses and permits, and all property maintenance, building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing codes.

(B) Posted within each dwelling unit rented as a short-term rental is:

1. The contact information for the registrant, owner, and that of the designated agent representing the dwelling unit in the absence of the registrant.

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