White Sands, New Mexico

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Doña Ana County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $50Business License Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Doña Ana County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026
$50License Cost
200 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap200 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/37478179
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in White Sands, New Mexico

White Sands, New Mexico has no separate city ordinance, so Doña Ana County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in White Sands, New Mexico?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in White Sands?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $50.

Where do these White Sands short-term rental rules come from?

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