Phoenix, Arizona

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Maricopa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $250Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$250License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Non-residential and other uses prohibited; ADU STRs require owner occupancy on-site

Official Sources

phoenix.gov/administration/departments/pdd/registration-licensing/short-term-rental-registry.html
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Phoenix, Arizona

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Phoenix, Arizona are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Phoenix, Arizona?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Phoenix, Arizona. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250.

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

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