Columbia, MO local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Missouri landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
| Rental licensing / registration | In Columbia, a landlord needs a certificate of compliance from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 22-184). |
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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)
Yes. Operating a short-term rental requires a City business license and a short-term rental certificate of compliance. Licensees must also carry business liability or short-term rental insurance.
Verified Source: Columbia Code of Ordinances §§ 13-260.6, 13-260.7 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
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In Columbia, a landlord needs a certificate of compliance from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 22-184). Code text: "(a) The following provisions shall apply to long-term rental units: (1) It shall be unlawful to operate within the city any apartment house, rooming house, two-family dwelling, or single rental unit without a current certificate of compliance."
Verified Source: Columbia, MO Code of Ordinances § 22-184 · last checked 2026-10-16
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