Bisbee, Arizona

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cochise County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 3.5%Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
3.5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3.5%

Official Sources

bisbeeaz.gov/2426/Vacation-Rentals-Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bisbee, Arizona

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bisbee, Arizona are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 3.5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bisbee, Arizona?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Bisbee, Arizona.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bisbee?

A business license is also required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Bisbee?

Short-term rentals in Bisbee are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3.5%.

Where do these Bisbee short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Bisbee's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Bisbee, Cochise County, or Arizona authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.