Santa Clara, Utah
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
100 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- STRs in PDR zone only; entire project must be designated for short-term residential unless city council approves otherwise; no STR in existing development without consent of all owners of record
Official Sources
Data confidence: 87%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Santa Clara, Utah
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Santa Clara, Utah are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Santa Clara, Utah?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Santa Clara, Utah.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Santa Clara?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
Where do these Santa Clara short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Santa Clara'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 Santa Clara, Washington County, or Utah authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.