Rio Rico, Arizona

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Santa Cruz County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100Tax: 1.0%
$100License Cost
1.0%Tax Rate
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT1.0%

Zoning Restrictions

  • R-1
  • R-2
  • R-3
  • R-4
  • R-5

Official Sources

rrnm.gov/FormCenter/Development-Services-19/Shortterm-Rental-Permit-Application-285rrnm.gov/m/faq?cat=48
Data confidence: 57%Last updated: May 29, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Rio Rico, Arizona

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Rio Rico, Arizona are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100). A lodging/occupancy tax of 1.0% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Rio Rico, Arizona?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Rio Rico?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Rio Rico?

Short-term rentals in Rio Rico are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 1.0%.

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