Las Cruces, New Mexico

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Doña Ana County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 5%Business License RequiredProcessing: 10 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
5%Tax Rate
2400 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$35 annual (City business registration) + $50 one-time + $35 annual renewal (Visit Las Cruces registration)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time10 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap2400 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Official Sources

lascruces.gov/property/short-term-rental-property-registration-lodgers-tax-guidelines/
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Las Cruces, New Mexico are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $35 annual (City business regi). A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Las Cruces, New Mexico?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Las Cruces?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $35 annual (City business regi.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Las Cruces?

Short-term rentals in Las Cruces are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.

Where do these Las Cruces short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Las Cruces'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 Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, or New Mexico authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.