Dakota County, MN Short-Term Rentals: Noise Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- County STR noise rule
- None
- Operator duty
- Prevent nuisance/disorderly conduct
- State daytime limit
- 60 dBA (Minn. R. 7030)
- State nighttime limit
- 50 dBA (Minn. R. 7030)
- Consequence
- License suspension/revocation
Summary
Dakota County sets no STR-specific noise rule. Cities require operators to keep guests from creating a nuisance and enforce local noise limits, which follow MPCA standards of 60 dBA day and 50 dBA night at the receiving property.
It is the responsibility of the owner operator to ensure that persons occupying the licensed premises conduct themselves in such a manner so as not to cause the premises to be disorderly or constitute a nuisance.
Full Breakdown
Short-term rental noise is handled through city nuisance and noise ordinances, not a county rule. Mendota Heights City Code 3-5A-4(B) makes the operator responsible for ensuring occupants do not cause the premises to be disorderly or constitute a nuisance, and requires ongoing compliance with the city's nuisance regulations. Underlying noise limits come from Minnesota Rules Chapter 7030 (MPCA), setting L50 standards of 60 dBA during the day and 50 dBA at night at the receiving property, which cities adopt and enforce. Repeated disorderly conduct can trigger license suspension or revocation.
Violations & Fines
The operator is responsible for guest conduct; disorderly or nuisance activity is a licensing violation and can lead to suspension or revocation of the STR license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles noise complaints at an STR?
Can noise complaints cost me my license?
Sources & Official References
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