Taos, New Mexico

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Taos County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 5.0%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
5.0%Tax Rate
2013 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Permit Cap120 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap120
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5.0%

Zoning Restrictions

  • Prohibited in Historic Districts, Historic and Hotel Overlay Zones, and Central Business District (CBD); permitted only in RA-20, RA-10, RA-6, RA, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-6, R-14, C-1 and C-2

Official Sources

taosnm.gov/427/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Taos, New Mexico

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Taos, New Mexico are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5.0% applies.

Frequently asked questions

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

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Taos?

Short-term rentals in Taos are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5.0%.

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

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