Missouri Guest & occupancy limits
Guest & occupancy limits in Missouri
Missouri treats a two-persons-per-bedroom occupancy limit as presumed reasonable. The limit does not apply to children born to the tenants during the lease. Statute text: "An occupancy limitation of two persons per bedroom residing in a dwelling unit shall be presumed reasonable for this state. The two-person limitation shall not apply to a child or children born to the tenants during the course of the lease." (RSMo § 441.060(2)).
Verified Source: RSMo § 441.060(2) · last checked 2026-10-16
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