Roswell, New Mexico

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Chaves County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $35Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$35License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$35
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • ADUs may not be used as separate short-term rentals

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Roswell, New Mexico

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Roswell, New Mexico are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $35). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Roswell, New Mexico?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Roswell, New Mexico. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

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

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

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