Ramsey County, MN Short-Term Rentals: Occupancy Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- County occupancy rule
- None
- St. Paul
- Max occupancy must be posted
- Set by
- Zoning + building code
- Zoning cite
- St. Paul Sec. 65.645
- Posted with
- Fire exits, contacts
Summary
Ramsey County sets no STR occupancy limit. In St. Paul, each unit's maximum occupancy is set by the zoning and building code and must be posted inside the rental for guests to see.
You must post the following information in a conspicuous place within each dwelling unit used as a Short-term rental: Emergency contact information; Contact information for the Short-term rental host or the Responsible party; Street address; Floor plan indicating fire exits and escape routes; ...Maximum occupancy limits.
Full Breakdown
Occupancy limits for dwellings are a city function in Minnesota, so Ramsey County imposes none for STRs. St. Paul requires that each short-term rental post its maximum occupancy limit, along with emergency and host contact information and a floor plan showing fire exits, in a conspicuous place within the unit. The specific number of guests is governed by St. Paul's zoning code (Sec. 65.645) and building/occupancy code rather than a countywide rule. Other Ramsey County cities set their own occupancy caps, so check the city where the property is located.
Violations & Fines
Exceeding posted occupancy or failing to post the maximum-occupancy notice is a Chapter 379 violation enforced by St. Paul DSI and can lead to license action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ramsey County cap how many guests an STR can host?
What occupancy info must a St. Paul STR display?
Sources & Official References
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