Scottsdale, Arizona

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Maricopa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

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

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT1.75% TPT + 5% Transient Tax

Zoning Restrictions

  • allowed by-right in all residential districts; non-residential uses prohibited; HOA restrictions may apply

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 6, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Scottsdale, Arizona

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Scottsdale, Arizona are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250). A lodging/occupancy tax of 1.75% TPT + 5% Trans applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Scottsdale, Arizona?

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

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

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

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Scottsdale?

Short-term rentals in Scottsdale are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 1.75% TPT + 5% Trans.

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

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