Have You Received a Letter from the State About Your Hot Tub or Pool? Here’s What Twin Cities Short-Term Rental Owners Need to Know…

If you’re currently renting out your Minneapolis home on Airbnb, Vrbo, or another short-term rental platform and you have a hot tub or pool, you might’ve recently received a letter from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). These notices are telling homeowners that their private amenities are being classified as public pools or hot tubs and must meet strict health and safety standards… or be shut down.

For many local homeowners, this has come as a shock.

We’re hearing from clients who are being told they must stop renting their homes immediately until their hot tub or pool is brought into full compliance — often a costly and complex process involving inspections, signage, specific equipment upgrades, or completely removing the amenity.

Why This Is Happening

Under current Minnesota law, if you offer a hot tub or pool for guests at your short-term rental, it’s considered “public use” — even if the property is privately owned and used by just one group at a time. That classification triggers a host of state-level requirements.

While new legislation (like HF 4628) has been proposed to help relieve this burden for single-unit rentals, it’s not law yet. And in the meantime, the rules are being enforced now.

How SkyRun Vacation Rentals Can Help

If you’ve received one of these compliance letters — don’t panic. At SkyRun Vacation Rentals – Twin Cities, we’ve been helping homeowners navigate this issue and respond with confidence. We’ll help you:

Understand exactly what’s required (and what might not be)
Explore possible exemptions or temporary solutions
Connect with the right resources to bring your home into compliance (if needed)
Keep your rental business running while protecting your liability

We know your property is a valuable investment, and we’re here to help you stay ahead of ever-changing local regulations — without losing out on bookings or income.

Got a compliance letter? Confused about next steps? We’ve got your back. Call us today to talk it through!