Richfield, MN local landlord rules
State law also applies. See Minnesota landlord-tenant law.
Quick facts
| Topic | At a glance |
|---|---|
| Rental licensing / registration | Yes. |
| Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Yes. |
Details & sources
Rental licensing / registration
Yes. Owners may not operate an apartment house or rental home without a City license. Rental homes with a currently valid Hennepin County or Minnesota Department of Health license don't need one.
Verified Source: Richfield City Code § 407.05 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
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Yes. Operating a short-term rental requires a valid City business license, and every short-term rental must pay the lodging tax. There is also a minimum stay of five days unless the licensee lives on site and is present during the stay.
Verified Source: Richfield City Code § 407.05(b) (am. Bill No. 2025-04) (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15
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