Cave Creek, Arizona

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Maricopa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250 annual permit fee per property plus $50 annual business license fee
Renewalannual
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 / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cavecreekaz.gov/737/Short-Term-Rental-License
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Cave Creek, Arizona

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Cave Creek, Arizona are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250 annual permit fee per pro).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Cave Creek, Arizona?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Cave Creek?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $250 annual permit fee per pro.

Where do these Cave Creek short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Cave Creek'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 Cave Creek, Maricopa County, or Arizona authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.